Abby Connolly
The first few months of Anya and Irina’s life are crucial to their survival, and they are consistently being monitored by experts at the zoo.
They recently had their first baby check-ups, and they are looking very healthy. Each baby only weighs around 2.5 pounds, but they could grow up to be anywhere from 60-125 pounds.
Dorothy, or “Dot,” was chosen to pair up with Samson per a recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Amur Leopard Species Survival Plan, which is a program that seeks to maintain a genetically healthy population of Amur leopards in North American zoos.
Their work is very important, as currently there are less than 100 Amur leopards left in the wild. Due to human activity, poaching, and habitat loss, the species is extremely close to going extinct.
The conversation programs at the St. Louis zoo, are determined to keep this beautiful creature on our planet.
We cannot wait to see the little cubs when they emerge from their den. To learn more about the cubs and the St. Louis Zoo, visit the link here.
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