June 5, 2009: White Lions

[xoxoxoBruce]

White Lions, not albino but white fur and blue eyes, were technically extinct in Africa.
They're considered sacred by the native tribes, but a prized trophy by big game hunters, and they were almost wiped out.
The Global White Lion Trust gathered the remaining cats and have been breeding them in captivity. Now they are ready to
release the second pride back into the wild.

"Our team, led by Jason Tuner, has worked tirelessly to ensure the lions are ready for their reintroduction and the tagging
is an important part of the process as it will help to monitor the pride's hunting behaviour."

The Cubs are fitted with tracking systems under their skin so growth can be monitored.

I'm sure these cats will be tracked/monitored to the max, and good luck to them.

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