NEW ORLEANS —

The Audubon Institute has a new “mane” event, welcoming three African lion cubs to the zoo’s pride.

The trio was born to Kali and Arnold on Oct. 19 with staff making sure they are getting the proper care and vaccinations before the public can see them. Advertisement

So far, they are active and healthy behind the scenes with mom.

The last time the zoo welcomed lion cubs was in January 2020.

Kali and Arnold had two cubs that were later transferred to other wildlife centers.

Officials said the lion cub births are a success for the zoo's Lion Species Survival Plan, which aims to ensure a healthy population of lions across other participating zoos.

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