Tragedy strikes again for Auckland Zoo's Sumatran tigers.

A four-week-old Sumatran tiger cub at Auckland Zoo was euthanized after sustaining a head injury from falling in its habitat. The zoo's veterinary team provided supportive care but ultimately made the difficult decision to euthanize the cub after noticing a deterioration in its condition. The zoo's tiger habitat remains closed to visitors as staff monitor the surviving cub and its mother, Zayana. This marks the second time in less than a year that Zayana has lost a cub.

January 30, 2024
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