Dibrugarh: The sighting of a rare albino hog deer in Kaziranga National Park has brought cheer among nature enthusiasts and the people of Assam.
The light-coloured deer was seen standing out against the green landscape of the national park.
Kaziranga National Park is known for its rich biodiversity and is home to several endangered and rare species, including the one-horned rhinoceros, wild buffaloes, swamp deer, and tigers.
“It is good news for the people of Assam because a rare albino hog deer has been recently spotted in Kaziranga National Park. The albino hog deer is a rare animal, and its sighting brings joy. Kaziranga tourism will get a new lease of life from now onwards. Although it is already famous, after this sighting of the rare albino hog deer, tourism will grow more than ever,” said Devojit Moran, an environmentalist.
Albinism is a genetic condition in which an animal lacks pigmentation. As a result, such animals have a white body and pale features.
The sighting of an albino hog deer adds another remarkable entry to Kaziranga’s ecological record. Experts say it reflects the genetic diversity present in the region’s protected habitats.