The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) has successfully located recently born lion cubs after conducting a thorough search in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The UWA, via its social media account on X (formerly Twitter), reported that the search spanned approximately 64 days, or roughly two months, as they suspected that the tree-climbing lioness named Julia, residing in the Ishasha sector, had given birth.
The statement posted on X mentioned, “Two healthy cubs were initially sighted near one of our game drive tracks by tourists on an Ishasha safari. Subsequently, our field teams verified this sighting.”
UWA explained that their research and monitoring teams had been working diligently during this period to obtain substantial evidence of the birthplace. However, the lioness had concealed the birth site in an inaccessible area.
The statement further clarified, “Throughout this period, we have closely monitored Julia’s movements and those of her older cub, Hope, ensuring the critical safeguarding of this area to secure the new additions’ survival.”
UWA pointed out that lions typically choose hidden locations for breeding to provide their cubs with the best chances of survival.
In addition to the discovery, UWA emphasized its commitment to intensifying patrols in the area to prevent any potential disturbances. They also pledged to continue monitoring and ensuring the well-being and survival of Julia, her special cubs, and their species.
