NEW AT THE ZOO!  The only thing cuter than a lion cub is TWO lion cubs! African lions Dobi and Cooey are the proud parents of two healthy cubs born September 24, 2011. 

Saskatoon's most majestic family is currently enjoying life as a pride in the PotashCorp Ark exhibit at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo.  The only trouble is, the little gaffers need names!  Help us name our furry friends by entering the Name the Cubs contest on now through June 1, 2012.  Click here to download an entry form.

Can't make it for a visit?  Keep up to date on the lions with the City of Saskatoon's Facebook page. 

Known for their strength and courage, lions are a species at risk.  Both four years old, Dobi and Cooey came from out of province and have lived at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo in the PotashCorp Ark exhibit for the past two years. This special exhibit allows the Zoo to house animals never seen before in Saskatoon.

Did you know?

• a male’s roar can carry as far as five miles (8km)
• when lions walk their heels do not touch the ground
• lions rest for up to 20 hours a day

Lion Cubs Slideshow: