The Lions get a Special Treat

Yesterday was an exciting day for the lions at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo as they received a special treat from President, Bob Chastain. As carnivores, the lions excitedly devoured wild boar, which is a great treat in their regular diet. The following photographs are from the feeding session.

Zwena in the foreground and Jamila in the background…excited about their treat!


Elson approached the boar meat tentatively.


He did the “grab and run” as soon as he was close enough.


Lomela eating her own piece of boar.


This is a great picture of Elson enjoying the boar delicacy.


He proudly walked away thinking “that was so good.”


Lomela loving this special treat.


Lomela was very upset after another cub stole her meat. Angie watched her cubs from the background, as any proud mother would.