What is the history of the white tiger?

Answer 1

The first white tigers came from Rewa, India, in the 1950's..Captured as cubs from a normal colored mother, these cubs form the bloodstock for white tigers seen in zoos today. They are genetically flawed Bengal tigers, not a separate sub species.

Answer 2

White tigers are a rare color variant of the Bengal tiger, originating from the Indian subcontinent. The first recorded white tiger was seen in the wild in the 1500s, and they were later selectively bred in captivity for their unique appearance. Today, most white tigers in captivity can be traced back to a single individual named Mohan, captured in India in the 1950s.