Lion Bahati celebrates his second birthday at Gera Zoo with friends!

Lion Bahati celebrates his second birthday at Gera Zoo with friends!

In Gera Zoo, where nature is presented in the best harmony, a very special event was celebrated on July 5th: Bahati, the little lion cub from Leipzig Zoo, celebrated his second birthday. The charm of the lion child also captivated the employees of the Leipzig Zoo, who traveled to Thuringia specifically to celebrate this important day. The close bond that the carers develop with their charges over the years was expressed in the warm congratulations and gifts presented to Bahati. The zoo suspects that the little lion really enjoyed his special day thueringen24.de reported.

Bahati was born in July 2023 and has already had a little journey because he moved to Gera in April 2025. His siblings are going their own way: his brother Amaru has already set off for Spain to form a new pride with two lionesses in Andalusia. Meanwhile, Gera Zoo has announced that after the tragic loss of Mufassa, who died last year at the age of just five, a male lion will be joining the pride again. Mufassa had to be euthanized because of a large tumor in his abdomen. The farewell was hard for everyone involved, because the white lion was a beloved part of the park, where the siblings Mali and Sari also live, who have always caused a sensation at the Gera Zoo since their arrival in April 2021. This explains mdr.de.

A new home for Bahati and his fellow dogs

The move from Bahati to Gera will soon be completed, and the zoo is visibly pleased about the return of the lions to its ranks. Bahati will not only find a new home, but will also ensure that three lions will soon live together again in the Gera Zoo. The anticipation of being together is great, especially after the challenges the park had to endure last year.

The animal parks and zoos in Germany are real treasures when it comes to experiencing the animal world up close. The Leipzig Zoo, where Bahati was born, with its 27 hectares and over 800 animal species is not only one of the largest, but also popular with visitors from near and far. With attractions like the treetop walk and boating in the Tropical House, Leipzig attracts people of all ages, which is why it tops the list of the best zoos in Germany, as on familienreisefieber.de listed.

With Bahati and his little friends, visitors not only experience the diversity of the animals, but also the stories behind each individual animal. At Gera Zoo, the bond between keepers and animals is particularly visible as they look after the animals' well-being and offer visitors exciting insights. Ultimately, every zoo and animal park attracts people not only because of the animals, but also because of the emotions shared during these unique encounters.