Nashville Zoo welcomes a new clouded leopard cub
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An adorable addition to the Nashville Zoo. Photo: courtesy of the Nashville Zoo
A new baby has joined the Nashville Zoo family: a female clouded leopard cub.
Why it matters: Clouded leopards are considered to be a vulnerable species, by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Their worldwide population is in decline, and the zoo is involved in conservation efforts.
State of play: The cub was born Feb. 25 to the mated pair Niran and Ron. She is the 44th clouded leopard born at Nashville Zoo since 1991.
🥖 Fun fact: At 13 inches long and 244 grams, the young cub is about the size of a small baguette, according to the zoo.
What's next: The zoo will launch a competition to name the cub this week.
