Rare Malayan Tiger Cub Born in Tampa Zoo

Lowry Park Zoo officials said Tuesday that its first cub was born on Sept. 11, adding that the baby is being cared for in a den out of sight from visitors. The zoo also released a video of the baby tiger nursing with its mama Bzui (Ba-ZOO-ee). The zoo said in a news release there…

Rare Malayan Tiger Cub Born in Tampa Zoo

Published date on October 4, 2016

This content was first published 60 days ago or more

If the content you’re seeing offers hotel stays or tickets, it’s possible that such an offer may no longer be valid. Click here so we can provide you with the best available offer for you to enjoy the best of Orlando at the best prices.

Lowry Park Zoo officials said Tuesday that its first cub was born on Sept. 11, adding that the baby is being cared for in a den out of sight from visitors. The zoo also released a video of the baby tiger nursing with its mama Bzui (Ba-ZOO-ee).

¡Oferta Exclusiva para Hispanohablantes!

¡Aprovecha nuestra más reciente oferta en boletos y reservas de hotel para los parques temáticos de Orlando! Servicio en español y paquetes especiales para hispanohablantes disponibles. Haz clic para llamar ahora y descubrir descuentos exclusivos.

tel:(877)-827-0526

The zoo said in a news release there are only 250 Malayan tigers left in the wild and that they are proud to be working to preserve the species, which faces growing threats in the wild.

The International Union for Conservation of Nature says the Malayan tigers are critically endangered — one step away from becoming extinct.

The Tampa Bay Times reports that adult male Malayan tigers weigh about 260 pounds, and females weigh about 220.

Seize Our Current Special Offer on Orlando Theme Park Tickets and Hotel Stays! Click to Call and Inquire About Exceptional Discounts (tel:800-863-0313)!

via orlando sentinel.com

https://twitter.com/MagicalGetaway/status/783361667614801920

Author

Tags:


Malayan Tiger Cub