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Rare Amur Leopard Cub Zeya Born at Dartmoor Zoo
11 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Dartmoor Zoo announced the birth and name of a rare Amur leopard cub.
- The cub, named Zeya, was born in captivity at the Devon park in September.
- Fewer than 200 Amur leopards remain in captivity worldwide, making the birth significant.
Dartmoor Zoo has announced the successful birth and naming of a rare Amur leopard cub, Zeya. This significant event occurred at the Devon park back in September, and the cub has been thriving.
The cub's name, Zeya, is inspired by a river in the Amur leopard's native habitat. This birth is particularly noteworthy as the CEO highlighted the extreme rarity of these animals in captivity, with fewer than 200 individuals existing globally.
Zoo staff expressed immense joy and privilege in witnessing the mother, Lena, care for Zeya. Plans are underway to soon allow zoo visitors to see the mother and cub, sharing this conservation success.
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