(KTTS News) — Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield has a new cougar cub.
Drax is about four-months old.
The orphaned female cub was found by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Zoo staff say she has cleared quarantine and is doing well.
Drax not currently on exhibit.
Press Release
Dickerson Park Zoo recently welcomed a female cougar cub found in the state of Washington.
The orphaned cub was found by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and is approximately four-months old.
The cub, named Drax by zoo staff, is being cared for by the zoo’s veterinary team and zookeepers.
“Drax has cleared quarantine and is doing well,” said zoo spokeswoman Joey Powell. “She has won over her keepers, and they are working to gain her trust. As she builds her strength, she will slowly be introduced to the adult female cougar, Cali.”
Drax is not currently on exhibit, but updates will be shared on Dickerson Park Zoo’s social media pages.
