The six newborn lion cubs at the Ridiyagama Safari Park in Hambantota were officially named on Wednesday (Feb 12).

The names of the three-month-old lion cubs were selected from around 4000 names that had been suggested by the public.

The single male lion cub was named Megha, while the five female cubs were named Tara, Agra, Bhumi, Akira and Elsa.

The names of the lion cubs were announced during an exhibition held under the patronage of the Department of National Zoological Gardens Director General Chandana Rajapaksa. (Newswire)

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The Ridiyagama Safari Park in Hambantota has provided an opportunity for the public to name six newborn lion cubs.

According to the Park’s management, lions Dora and Lara had birthed three lion cubs each last month. 

Lioness Dora had birthed 3 female cubs, while lioness Lara had given birth to two female cubs and a male cub. 

The lion cubs, which are nearly three months old, are being prepared to be placed for public viewing in February. 

As such, the Ridiyagama Safari Park’s management has announced the public will be allowed to name the lion cubs. (Newswire)

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