New Andean Bear cub at Chester Zoo!
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There's great news from Chester Zoo! And it all surrounds this gorgeous Andean Bear Cub, who was born overnight on 11th January 2017. At the moment, Chester Zoo don't know if this is a girl or boy bear. However, the cub who was born to parents Lima (5 years old) and Bernado (7 years old) is now venturing outside, having spent the first few months of life in a cosy den. This timing is particularly special. If you're familiar with the stories of Paddington Bear Andean bears are the only bears to inhabit South America - Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia. They are listed as vulnerable to extinction by IUCN, so the arrival of the Andean Bear cub at Chester Zoo is very important. Conservationists will have a great opportunity to learn more about the Andean Bear and pass their findings on to other conservationists and partners working in South America which can be vital in helping secure the future of the gorgeous Andean Bear. Threats to this beautiful bear are all too familiar:
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