A “entirely lovable” unusual little cat has actually been born at the Welsh Mountain Zoo in Colwyn Bay. The male kitten, called Goose, is a margay — a types called the tree-climbing specialists of the cat world.
Goose is the 2nd kitten born to mum Sonora and father Maverick. They belong to a global breeding program for the types, which is classified as near-threatened on the International Union for Conservation of Nature red list.
Welsh Mountain Zoo said the curious child has actually carefully begun to venture out of his nest box and explore his brand-new environments under the careful eyes of his moms and dads. Zoo employee Charlotte Dykes said: “Our latest arrival is entirely lovable, and we are satisfied with this beautiful addition to our margay family. This is a cause for event as this birth declares the continuous success of our breeding program. It’s essential that we continue our work to help save a types that is dealing with hazards in the wild through preservation breeding and education.”
The margay, which can be discovered in the wilds of Central and South America, can leaping spaces of around 4 metres while high in the forest canopy. Their ankles can turn 180 degrees, permitting them to walk down trees. You can learn more of the latest north Wales news here.
