Nandankanan: The Birthplace of a Famous White Tiger Milestone

Nandankanan Zoological Park, near Bhubaneswar, is one of Odisha’s best-known wildlife attractions. It is particularly associated with a historic milestone in white tiger breeding: white tiger cubs were born there to normally coloured tiger parents.

White tigers are not a separate tiger species. Their white coat results from a genetic variation affecting pigmentation. The history of white tigers at Nandankanan has made the park widely recognised, while its wider role includes public education, animal care and conservation-related work.

For young visitors, Nandankanan offers a chance to learn about wildlife, animal behaviour and the importance of protecting natural habitats—not just to see unusual animals.