Three African lion cubs born at Detroit Zoo in late November survived; one did not.

The Detroit Zoo welcomed three healthy African lion cubs born to mother Amirah on November 23 and 24, 2025, with the zoo announcing the births in early December. The cubs are staying in a private den with their mother, who is bonding with them, while a fourth cub did not survive. The zoo said the birth supports its conservation efforts for African lions, classified as vulnerable or endangered due to habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict. The cubs are expected to be introduced to the public in several months.