Amur Tiger was born!
news
May 12, 2026
We are pleased to announce that Amur Tiger has been born at Tama Zoo. This marks the first successful breeding at our park in two years, since 2024.
(Date of photo: May 5, 2026)
A newborn Amur Tiger
Saturday, May 2, 2026
Unknown/2 animals
Mother: Ichi (10 years old)
Born June 11, 2015 at Tokuyama Zoo in Shunan City.
Visited Tama Zoo on December 18, 2019.
Father: Artyom (11 years old)
Born April 23, 2015 in Tierpark Berlin, Germany.
Arrived at Tama Zoo on January 19, 2017.
background
Multiple matings were observed between Ichi and Artyom between January 14th and 16th, 2026. As Ichi did not show signs of further estrus, preparations were made to create a suitable environment for childbirth. Surveillance camera footage showed that Ichi began showing signs of labor around 6:00 AM on May 2nd, and childbirth began around 9:15 AM. It was confirmed that she gave birth to two cubs by 12:00 PM.
This is Ichi's second pregnancy, and she is calmly raising her baby in a private bedroom. Both mother and child appear to be in good health. Creating a safe and secure environment for the mother is our top priority, and we are carefully monitoring the mother and child.
About the release
The opening date will be announced on Tama Zoo official website as soon as it is decided.
(As of May 11, 2026)
5 individuals (2 males, 1 female, 2 of unknown gender) *This includes the offspring born this time.
(As of December 31, 2025)
23 zoos and aquariums, 47 animals (24 males, 23 females)
Source: Amur Tiger Domestic Pedigree Registry [Japanese Association of Zoos and Aquariums]