Bhubaneswar: Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar has recorded increase in its Asiatic lion population with the birth of two cubs to lioness Maya.
According to information, the cubs were born from Maya’s first pregnancy after she mated with lion Shibam.
Zoo officials describe the birth as significant milestone for the breeding programme of the endangered Asiatic lions at the zoo.
Both Shibam and Maya are pure Asiatic lions and were born to lioness Rewa. With the arrival of Maya’s two newborns, the total number of lions at Nandankanan has gone up to 24.
Lioness Maya and her two newborn cubs at are in good health, according to zoo sources. The zoo authorities are providing dedicated care to the newborns and are closely monitoring their safety and overall health.