L.A. Zoo Introduces Endangered Snow Leopard Cubs

We're thrilled to announce the birth of two endangered snow leopard cubs, a male and a female, born on May 12 and May 13, 2017. The siblings spent several months behind the scenes bonding with their mother and getting to know animal care staff. Now, at four months old, the cubs have gained enough strength and coordination to navigate their outdoor habitat and make their public debut.
“We’re so excited to welcome these cubs,” said L.A. Zoo animal keeper Stephanie Zielinski. “There is less known about these beautiful cats than most of the other large cat species due to the extreme habitat snow leopards have evolved to live in the wild. This is why it’s such an honor to be able to educate the public and give them the opportunity to observe this elusive species here in Los Angeles.”

[@sunshinemishasmommy5352]

So beautiful....I could sit and watch them play ALL DAY :D

[@forme3h]

I definitely need to come back to LA Zoo just for these guys.

[@katewalker6297]

Awww

[@DallasZooTube]

Congratulations, L.A. Zoo! We will definitely have to visit these spunky cubs.

[@tigera6681]

weather in los angeles is too hot for them..

[@TheLosAngelesZoo]

Though snow leopards primarily live in the snow, their habitat ranges in regions with extreme temperatures, both hot and cold. They are well adapted to handle extreme cold as well as extreme heat, and that is why they live quite comfortably in our temperate weather here in Southern California.

[@gracelove-hopefaith9838]

かわいいｗ💚

[@naveenkumarc3117]

We Indians are ashamed of not protecting these critically endangered species

[@phonoodles7002]

leopard：LA is so hot ，i want go to Wyoming or Montana

[@TheLosAngelesZoo]

Though snow leopards primarily live in the snow, their habitat ranges in regions with extreme temperatures, both hot and cold. They are well adapted to handle extreme cold as well as extreme heat and that is why they live quite comfortable in our temperate weather here in Southern California.