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We have some PAWSOME news!

All signs show that Delilah, the Sumatran Tiger, is pregnant! 

Keeper observations show that Delilah is expecting, with a due date around the end of December 2022.
Keep your paws crossed and subscribe to our eNews or follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more updates! 

Delilah photographed by Adrian Mann

Why is the birth of Sumatran Tigers significant?

Sumatran Tigers are critically endangered with an estimated 400 tigers thought to survive in the wild.

Having cubs born at Adelaide Zoo will be of enormous benefit to the future of the species and of great interest; giving us the opportunity to speak of the conservation of the species and how best we can protect and support the population that remains in the wild.

Make a tax deductible donation to conservation today to help Zoos SA continue programs like the Sumatran Tiger insurance population breeding program.

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Why are Sumatran Tigers critically endangered?

Unfortunately, like many species, Sumatran Tigers are victims of deforestation and poaching for medicines.

The tigers’ forest home in Sumatra is being decimated by the building of unsustainable oil producing plants. With more and more land being cleared, the tigers face reduced hunting grounds, more interaction with other tigers and more incidences of poaching.

Find out more about sustainable palm oil and why alternative oils can create more damage

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Delilah photographed by Adrian Mann

What are we doing to save Sumatran Tigers in Sumatra?

We work closely with organisations on the ground in Sumatra.

In fact your visits, purchases and participation in experiences are just some of the ways that we fund these conservation partners. 

As a popular destination for animal lovers, we also educate and spread the word about helping our stripy friends. In particular, we (along with all major conservation organisations) advocate for Certified Sustainable Palm Oil (CSPO). 

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Help us safeguard a future for big cats

The Sumatran Tiger is the last surviving subspecies of tiger in Indonesia with only 400 wild tigers remaining due to habitat destruction and poaching for the illegal wildlife trade.

3 ways you can be an ally for conservation

Adopt a Tiger

Support Delilah, Kembali and any future Sumatran Tiger cubs with an adoption! Not only will your adoption support this special species at Adelaide Zoo, you’ll also be helping tigers in the wild.

Adopt now

Visit Adelaide Zoo

Visit Delilah and Kembali at their home in Immersion, and watch the final stages of Delilah’s pregnancy!

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Unlimited tiger visits

Celebrate Delilah’s pregnancy with a year of tiger visits! Zoos SA members get:

  • 365 days of adventure at Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park
  • Discount at the cafes, Zoo and Safari Shops
  • First access to events

Join today

About Zoos SA

Zoos SA is a not-for-profit conservation charity that exists to connect people with nature and save species from extinction. Zoos SA acknowledges the Country on which we stand always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land and we pay our deepest respect and gratitude to Kaurna (Adelaide Zoo) and Ngarrindjeri (Monarto Safari Park) Elders, past, present and emerging. We undertake critical conservation work throughout Australia and acknowledge the traditional custodians of these lands.

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