THE leucistic red kite is a truly rare bird, with only around ten thought to be left in the world. The species has been ...

ALL red kites were once rare in the UK, but now they are becoming an increasingly common sight. But what still remains ...

Third person arrested in connection to death of Colin Brown MDOC also said that unlike albinism, which is caused by a reduction in melanin, some birds can have full or partial leucism, which is ...

When this occurs, it does not usually cover the bird's entire body white but rather only bits and pieces. It is called Leucism or partial Albinism. This is not common, but it happens often enough ...

Crayfish also play a vital role in the diets of hundreds of bird, mammal ... also have white bodies due to a rare genetic variation. Leucism also affects melanin production, but instead of ...

Partially leucistic birds can have one or more feathers that are white anywhere on their bodies, and the white is generally grouped on a feather tract like the tail or head. Leucism can be genetic, a ...

Unlike albinism, which affects all pigments, leucism only reduces pigmentation in feathers ... These rare occurrences often become local sensations, attracting bird enthusiasts and researchers alike.

Crayfish also play a vital role in the diets of hundreds of bird, mammal, and fish species ... leucistic crayfish also have white bodies due to a rare genetic variation. Leucism also affects melanin ...

Scientists say a concerning genetic mutation has appeared in H5N1 bird flu infected cats living in a New Jersey suburb of New ...

Image Courtesy of Vanessa Martin. Photography by Jason Headley. Leucism is the absence of pigmentation in an animal's skin or fur – but, unlike albinism, does not affect the color of the eyes.