Piebald coloring is a genetic mutation in deer that causes fewer pigmentated cells. A fawn can only have the mutation if both parents have the recessive gene to pass down, according to the DNR.

Piebald deer are uncommon and only happens in 1% of the deer population, according to the DNR. ... Deer with rare coloring spotted in Georgia. By WSBTV.com News Staff. June 01, ...

The future of the two deer, which are still in McGinley's care, ... 'Deirdre and Lily': Woman sells coloring book to save deer, defray legal bills. Updated: Dec. 11, 2015, 6:01 p.m.