Stephen Reinisch, the vet who has been taking care of the 5-months-old possum, discussed that the creature has a genetic mutation, and its reduced melanin levels cause its coat color.
Although it has actually been discussed that the little one was found orphaned, it is not yet identified if there are more of its species with these characteristics. Additionally, she was provided a wildlife caretaker because it is not recommended to launch her right into the wild, her unusual color makes her a target of predators
One of the problems with unusual colors, and particularly if they are pale, is that they are apparent to predators like owls,
Dr. Kath Handasyde claimed.
Scientists were aware of the presence of this types, although they had never ever rescued one before and their searching for has actually become incredibly popular in social networks because its similarity with the popular Pokemon types.
