Thank you for participating in voting!
We will announce the winning name on Friday, October 11 at the Louisville Zoo’s Islands exhibit at 11:30 a.m.
What name do YOU think best describes our little tiger?
Satu: Means “one” in Indonesian. With less than 400 Sumatran tigers left in the wild, every cub is important for the population of this critically endangered species.
Saya Sambal: Honors his dad, “Kami Sambal,” that passed away on August 20, 2024. Kami’s name means “we are spicy sauce” in Indonesian, referring to the wild nature of tigers, which are not domesticated and are often trafficked for the pet trade, leading to significant conservation issues. “Saya Sambal” means “I am spicy sauce.”
Kaji: A combination of both parents’ names, “Kami” and “Jingga.” Their legacy will live on through this cub, contributing to the conservation of Sumatran tigers for future generations.
Naming contest presented by Norton Children’s.
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Sumatran Tiger Cub |
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Mother: Jingga Father: Kami Sambal Born: Tuesday, July 23, 2024 The Louisville Zoo is happy to announce the recent birth of a Sumatran tiger cub for the first time in 20 years! Born on Tuesday, July 23 at 7:37 p.m., the cub is the offspring of father Kami Sambal (“Kami”) and mother Jingga. Both mom and her cub are doing well. This is the first time in over twenty years that the Louisville Zoo has seen a Sumatran tiger cub. Currently, the cub is being raised and nurtured off exhibit. For more information on the cub and updates on public viewing, please click below. The Louisville Zoo invites the community to participate in a naming contest sponsored by Norton Children’s. Vote daily through October 8, 2024 at 11 p.m. (EST) |
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