Pictures Show Blackpool Zoo's Adorable Lion Cubs as Genders Revealed

Pictures show Blackpool Zoo's adorable lion cubs as genders revealed

Blackpool Zoo has confirmed its three lion cubs are two boys and a girl following their first health checks, marking the zoo’s first lion births in more than a decade

'New chapter for the pride' - Lion cubs undergo health checks as vet reveals genders

Each cub spent around five minutes away from mum Hira, who kept a very close eye on proceedings. They were weighed, vaccinated, microchipped, given worming medication and externally examined by the vet. A small amount of fur was also taken from each cub for DNA analysis.