WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More

WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More
WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More
WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More
WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More
WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More
WEEK IN PHOTOS: White Lions, Popemobile, More
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Schloss Holte-Stukenbrock, Germany, July 14, 2008—Three rare white lion cubs make their public debut at a wildlife park in north-central Germany.

The cubs are among of seven white lions born to two different mothers on June 30 in what park staff called a "giant surprise."

Despite their unusual look, white lions are actually African lions. A recessive gene causes their snowy white coats. About 30 white lions live in captivity worldwide.

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