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A group of six newborn South China tiger cubs are set to make their public debut later this month at a zoo in Luoyang City, central China's Henan Province, following their passage through their critical early weeks.
At the zoo of Louyang's Wangcheng Park, these adorable two-month-old tiger cubs were actively interacting with their caretakers. They have round heads with yellow and white fur mixed with black stripes, paired with bright, curious eyes and pointed ears that stand upright. Despite their youth, they carry a distinct regal air.
"In mid-April this year, our zoo saw the births of six baby South China tigers -- four males and two females. Four of these cubs have been raised by their tiger mother, while the other two have been cared for by the zoo staff," said Liu Heng, a technician at the zoo of the Wangcheng Park.
Currently, the six tiger cubs are in great health and are expected to meet visitors by late July.
The South China tiger, also known as the Chinese tiger, hasn't been seen in the wild for decades. These beautiful felines are now found only in captivity in China and South Africa.
In a related development, the Siberian tiger forest park in Hengdaohe Town, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, has recently seen the births of over 30 tiger cubs. The park staff said that the months of May to July are the times when the most tiger cubs are typically born, and they expect to welcome more cubs during this period.
In a nursery room at the park, caretakers lovingly cuddled and fed milk to the newborn tiger cubs. Their attentive care and nutritious diet ensure that the cubs can successfully pass through their early weeks and grow up healthily.
In the outdoor area, the little tigers tentatively learned to walk or playfully romped around, looking cute and fun. These adorable movements, along with their fluffy bodies and round bellies, caught the attention of many passing visitors.