Say hello to Buffalo Zoo’s new FAB FOUR! On June 2nd and 3rd, the Buffalo Zoo’s African Lion Pride grew when they welcomed the birth of four active lion cubs. All cubs were born to their mother, Lusaka and father, Tiberius.
The Zoo’s animal care team began monitoring Lusaka closely in the days before her giving birth and were watching via remote cameras when she went into labor. Three cubs were born late evening on June 2nd and one cub was born in the early hours of the 3rd. Having multiple cubs
over the course of several hours is normal for the species. All cubs are nursing well and are currently showing all signs of good health.
Last week the zoo veterinary team got their first look at the cubs, and they are healthy, growing, and currently weigh around seven pounds each.
The cubs are yet to be named, but appear to be two female and two male cubs. For the time being, the cubs will remain off-exhibit and behind-the-scenes, becoming more mobile while bonding and nursing with mom.
Over the coming weeks, the cubs and mom will continue to bond behind the scenes until they are big and strong enough to be introduced to other pride members and go outside.
“The birth of any animal is exciting, and lion cubs are especially heartwarming because – well they are adorable! We are honored to care for Lusaka, the cubs, and all the members of their pride, while recognizing that they also represent the future and hope for the conservation of their
species, reminding us of the importance of a sustained commitment to work to save lions in the wild” said Lisa Smith, Interim President and CEO.
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