The first and only South China Tiger cub born outside of Asia is doing well in South Africa at a purpose built tiger sanctuary. The subspecies is extremely rare. Only 60 individuals exist in captivity. Tiger advocates hope to breed more South China Tigers and reintroduce them to their native country when conditions allow them to survive in the wild. The little fuzzy ball of cuteness is unnamed. My suggestion: Humongous or Hugh for a nickname after Li Quan, the founder of the reserve, said there has been "humongous" interest in his birth. The little male has huge hopes riding on his survival. Best of luck, little guy!
Thursday, December 06, 2007
Le Shorter: Big Hope for a Species
The first and only South China Tiger cub born outside of Asia is doing well in South Africa at a purpose built tiger sanctuary. The subspecies is extremely rare. Only 60 individuals exist in captivity. Tiger advocates hope to breed more South China Tigers and reintroduce them to their native country when conditions allow them to survive in the wild. The little fuzzy ball of cuteness is unnamed. My suggestion: Humongous or Hugh for a nickname after Li Quan, the founder of the reserve, said there has been "humongous" interest in his birth. The little male has huge hopes riding on his survival. Best of luck, little guy!