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Karagandy Zoo Names Newborn Amur Tiger Cubs After Lion King Characters 

By Ayana Birbayeva  on 8 July 2026

ALMATY – The Karagandy Zoo has welcomed two new additions to its Amur tiger family. Born on April 30, the cubs have now been officially named Kiara and Mufasa, following a public naming contest that attracted nearly 500 participants. The names, inspired by the beloved characters from The Lion...