AKRON, Ohio (WJW) – The Akron Zoo is introducing a new species to its facilities.
According to a press release from the zoo, two female mountain lion cubs that were orphaned in Washington state are now receiving care behind the scenes at the zoo.
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The cubs are believed to be 5 months old.
The sisters’ names are Ozette and Neah.
“We are very excited to welcome Ozette and Neah to our Akron Zoo family,” said Doug Piekarz, president & CEO at the Akron Zoo. “This species will be a first for the Akron Zoo. I am grateful that we are able to be a sanctuary and provide these sisters with a forever home – they will be wonderful ambassadors for their native counterparts.”
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