Rare albino squirrel killed by vehicle

A rare albino squirrel, thought to be one of only 25 in the UK, has been killed by a vehicle on a road in Edinburgh.

The animal was one of a small number of albino grey squirrels that have won the affection of families and children in the area. While grey squirrels are usually vilified for preventing the spread of the native red variety, the pure white albinos are loved for their novelty. They have won sympathy as their white coats stand out and make them more vulnerable to predators.