Bronx Zoo in Bronx County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
One Cat Linking Two Countries
We're proud to provide a home for Leo, a snow leopard orphaned as a cub in Pakistan.
Leo has been cared for at the Bronx Zoo since 2006 because no appropriate facility for snow leopards exists in Pakistan.
Leo's move to the Bronx Zoo is the result of a unique collaboration between the Pakistani and U.S. governments, the Bronx Zoo/Wildlife Conservation Society, and other global conservation organizations.
Proud Papa!
In 2013, Leo became a father for the first time.
Erected by American Conservation Society.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Animals. A significant historical year for this entry is 2006.
Location. 40° 50.906′ N, 73° 52.605′ W. Marker is in Bronx, New York, in Bronx County. It is in Bronx Zoo. Marker can be reached from Jungle World Road south of Bronx River Parkway, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Bronx NY 10460, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Species Survival Plan / A Snow Leopard Family Tree (a few steps from this marker); Research in Nepal (a few steps from this marker); Dholes are Endangered (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Hope for a Rare Species
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 17, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 9, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 108 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 9, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
