littleRedPanda
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They're still pretty young aren't and first came ahead of expectations? If they'd only started coming out in the last couple of weeks you'd maybe expect them to be hidden a lot still.
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I saw all the cubs on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. they will have long periods of activity but longer periods of resting which typically will be on the back wall or in the bamboo areas. They are still small enough to be difficult to spot if lying down. As they grow and trample more of the vegetation they will be more visible even when resting.
There are normally ZSL volunteers or a few photographers around who can advise where the cubs were last spotted.
There are normally ZSL volunteers or a few photographers around who can advise where the cubs were last spotted.
I was at zoo on Friday, the 3 cubs were out and about at 10am, Mum was with them. Mum then went off whilst cubs hid in the undergrowth. Cubs were out playing in the afternoon. So all looks well
Owlonthefence77
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All three cubs were out this morning at ten too. Fed and then went to bed.
A baby porcupine was in the indoor quarters feeding with the adults too.
Was also at the zoo today, albeit in the afternoon. Didn't get lucky with the cubs but great to hear it confirmed that nothing is wrong. The inoculations should really be around this time if I remember correctly so that might have been why they were off show for a while.
On a side note, went inside the Snowdon for the first time today. Colobus were great, put on a show, a couple of leaps, lots of activity. The issue from my perspective (which can't be helped I guess) is how prescriptive it is. You get max five minutes in there in a group of twenty with two keepers and if there happens to be a colobus on the path you can't go in within ten metres of it. Can't help thinking that such an exhibit in France for example would be much less cautious in its approach, but I suppose those are the conditions imposed upon them due to recent law changes.
On a side note, went inside the Snowdon for the first time today. Colobus were great, put on a show, a couple of leaps, lots of activity. The issue from my perspective (which can't be helped I guess) is how prescriptive it is. You get max five minutes in there in a group of twenty with two keepers and if there happens to be a colobus on the path you can't go in within ten metres of it. Can't help thinking that such an exhibit in France for example would be much less cautious in its approach, but I suppose those are the conditions imposed upon them due to recent law changes.
Kalaw
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The concept of Monkey Valley is great, but it felt extremely anticlimactic; inevitably as you mention, but nonetheless unfortunate. However for the colobus, it is impossible to deny that the enclosure is still brilliant. What other colobus enclosures around the globe are comparable in size and quality?Was also at the zoo today, albeit in the afternoon. Didn't get lucky with the cubs but great to hear it confirmed that nothing is wrong. The inoculations should really be around this time if I remember correctly so that might have been why they were off show for a while.
On a side note, went inside the Snowdon for the first time today. Colobus were great, put on a show, a couple of leaps, lots of activity. The issue from my perspective (which can't be helped I guess) is how prescriptive it is. You get max five minutes in there in a group of twenty with two keepers and if there happens to be a colobus on the path you can't go in within ten metres of it. Can't help thinking that such an exhibit in France for example would be much less cautious in its approach, but I suppose those are the conditions imposed upon them due to recent law changes.
A question regarding the cubs: has anybody seen them in the main enclosure opposite the Cassons? From personal experience and what I have heard others state, they are more commonly seen in the enclosure with the pond.
Did you notice how the trees were holding up so far?Was also at the zoo today, albeit in the afternoon. Didn't get lucky with the cubs but great to hear it confirmed that nothing is wrong. The inoculations should really be around this time if I remember correctly so that might have been why they were off show for a while.
On a side note, went inside the Snowdon for the first time today. Colobus were great, put on a show, a couple of leaps, lots of activity. The issue from my perspective (which can't be helped I guess) is how prescriptive it is. You get max five minutes in there in a group of twenty with two keepers and if there happens to be a colobus on the path you can't go in within ten metres of it. Can't help thinking that such an exhibit in France for example would be much less cautious in its approach, but I suppose those are the conditions imposed upon them due to recent law changes.
They seem to be doing absolutely fine surprisingly, with the colobus feeding on the leaves given to them as food rather than live leaves apparently…
Hopefully it stays that way.
That's good to hear. Would there be any word if they intend to let the troop size increase in size since they are in such a massive exhibit?
Alwaysevergreen
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Can someone tell me, is it the case that on opening until around 10.30am, the twilight world is actually in white light and the lights only go off around 10.30am? I've read posts in the past both here and elsewhere that suggest this, but wondered if anyone can confirm if this is true, or not. Thanks
They were in the main paddock on Friday, playing with each other and then disappearing into the undergrowth
There was mention of getting another breeding male since the existing male has had the snip
I think think that is the case - I think people have said that the animals were more active at that time but I can’t remember any mention of white light, and certainly in my experience it’s been pretty constant throughout the day as red light. The only variable exhibits are the lotus exhibits which do sometimes switch to a whiter light towards the end of the day, but that is it I believe.
I have seen them with their mother in the area right underneath the upper viewing area, though it was a month ago and their habits may have change since.
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The sex of the tiger cubs has now been confirmed: 2 males and 1 female.
They have indeed been gone for a good while now - at least a year, if not more. Their exhibit remains vacant for their time being.
Thanks for the reply, not sure how I missed their departure!
Sumatran tiger cubs are in excellent health:
Good to know this litter are confirmed to be healthy and strong, ruling out any speculation of ill health following the death of the pair’s last cub.
London Zoo staff get ‘mega workout’ holding tiger cub triplets for health check
London Zoo staff were pleased to confirm they have a trio of “super strong” Sumatran tigers in their care after the cubs’ first health check.
The triplets were given a clean bill of health after a nose-to-tail examination, including their eyes, heart and weight, as keepers contended with “sharp claws” and “feisty personalities”.
Good to know this litter are confirmed to be healthy and strong, ruling out any speculation of ill health following the death of the pair’s last cub.
London Zoo staff get ‘mega workout’ holding tiger cub triplets for health check
London Zoo staff were pleased to confirm they have a trio of “super strong” Sumatran tigers in their care after the cubs’ first health check.
The triplets were given a clean bill of health after a nose-to-tail examination, including their eyes, heart and weight, as keepers contended with “sharp claws” and “feisty personalities”.