Zoo animals are ambassadors for their cousins in the wild.
–Jack Hanna, Director Emeritus of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The newest member of the Columbus Zoo‘s ambassador is Saber, a four month old clouded leopard. He’s named for his teeth: clouded leopards have the largest teeth of any felid (relative to their body size).
He’ll eventually have the job of educating people about his species, and how to help protect these animals in the wild. For instance, a major cause of habitat lose for clouded leopards (among other animals) is palm oil production. Consumers can make smart choices, and buy products made with sustainable palm oil–there’s even an app for that.
For now, though, he’s happy just to show his fans his magnificent belly!
