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What's funny is that in fact it's a disadvantage in snowy/icy situations because it has other effects outside of the skin/hair thing and albinism actually impairs vision in very bright situations (like when the sun reflects on snow)
Snow is also highly reflective of UV rays, and albinos are at higher risk for sunburn and melanoma.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/albinism/#:~:text=Because%20people%20with%20albinism%20lack,will%20provide%20the%20best%20protection.