Lion with eyelashes like a Disney princess has become an internet star

Lion with eyelashes like a Disney princess has become an internet star

A rare white lioness named Luna, who lives in a zoo in South Korea, has become famous on social networks for her extraordinary beauty. Many are calling her a “real Disney princess” due to her blue-gray eyes, long eyelashes and elegant facial structure. Some even thought that her photos were created using artificial intelligence. However, experts say that Luna’s appearance is completely natural. This condition is associated with a rare genetic mutation called “leucism”. In this case, the coloring pigments in the animal’s fur are reduced, but the eye color is preserved. That is why Luna, unlike ordinary white lions, has blue-gray eyes. Her long eyelashes are a natural feature that protects her eyes from the sun and dust.