The first group of 10 out of 18 lion cubs born over the past few months at Lahore Safari Zoo has been successfully raised and shifted to the Lion Safari area, while the second group of eight cubs is being cared for in the nursery through hand-feeding.
The first 24 to 72 hours after birth are extremely critical. If a cub is successfully transitioned to hand-feeding for one month, its chances of survival increase significantly.
According to Veterinary Officer Dr Warda Gul, a lioness sometimes does not accept her cubs after birth or refuses to breastfeed them, which puts their lives at risk.
He explained that big cats in the zoo live in groups, and there is a possibility that another male or female lion may harm the newborn cubs. In such cases, the cubs are immediately separated from their mothers and moved to the nursery, where they are monitored around the clock and fed formula milk by hand.
Successful breeding of animals
The successful breeding of lions, the zoo has also increased other wildlife at the zoo. Recently, 10 blackbucks, four sable antelopes, and four parakeets were born. These young animals are attracting special attention from children and families visiting the park.
Meanwhile, construction of the first-of-its-kind giraffe café at Lahore Safari Zoo is in its final stages.
Under this project, visitors will be able to enjoy food while sitting close to giraffes imported from South Africa and will also have the opportunity to feed them. Additionally, it has been announced that the Tiger Safari will soon be opened to the public.
For the first time, the largest group of lion cubs has been prepared at the Lahore Safari Zoo. These cubs have become the centre of attention for citizens visiting the safari park these days.
According to the zoo administration, the reproduction rate of big cats has improved in recent years, increasing in their numbers each season.
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