# Twelve lion cubs explore Dortmund zoo enclosure after reopening

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/and-they-say-threes-a-crowd-twelve-lion-cubs-enjoy-the-sun-at-german-zoo/
- Published: 2026-11-05T01:37:20+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-05T01:47:26+00:00
- Original publisher: Daily Mail (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16267007/threes-crowd-TWELVE-lion-cubs-sun-German-zoo.html?ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490&ito=1490
- Topics: Europe, World

## Key points

- Two lionesses gave birth to 12 cubs in Dortmund.
- The cubs were born three days apart.
- Both mothers are caring for the whole group.

## Summary

Twelve lion cubs have been enjoying the sun and exploring their enclosure at a zoo in Dortmund, Germany, since it reopened to visitors. The births have drawn attention because the cubs are being cared for together by both their mothers.

Zuri gave birth to five cubs on 28 July, followed by her sister Saba, who had seven on 31 July. Both lionesses are nursing and caring for all 12 cubs, including each other’s offspring, while visitors watch them explore.

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