FORT WORTH, Texas — The Fort Worth Zoo is celebrating the arrival of two lion cubs, a male-female sibling pair born June 29, to mother Saba and father Jabulani.

These little cubs, named Imara and Tamu, join their older brother Moja, born in 2023, forming a growing pride reminiscent of the close-knit family bonds famously portrayed in Disney’s The Lion King .

Since their birth, the cubs have been bonding behind the scenes with their mother under the careful watch of zookeepers. Zoo officials say early observations reveal contrasting personalities: Imara, whose name means “strength” in Swahili, is adventurous and spirited, while her brother Tamu, meaning “sweet,” is more reserved and gentle.

Credit: Fort Worth Zoo Imara (front), Tamu (back)

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