CHICAGO (WBBM NEWSRADIO) -- Lincoln Park Zoo's African lioness, Zari, has given birth to three cubs on January 9.
The cubs have not been sexed or named, according to a press release from the zoo, but they appear healthy and began nursing shortly after birth.
In the next few days, they will be more mobile and begin to open their eyes. Over the next few weeks, the cubs will remain behind the scenes as they grow and remain dependent on Zari, according to the zoo.
“We could not be more honored to care for Zari, her cubs, and the rest of the pride here at Lincoln Park Zoo,” said Curator of Mammals and Behavioral Husbandry Mike Murray.
Zari was recommended to breed with 5-year-old male African lion Jabari. This is their second successful birth following their arrival at Lincoln Park Zoo in the fall of 2021. Zari gave birth to Pilipili in March 2022.
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