The Metro Richmond Zoo is proud to report a successful year for cheetah conservation. In 2022, 19 cheetah cubs from 6 different litters have been born at the zoo so far. This is the greatest number of cubs born in a single year in the zoo’s history.

The 19 cubs were born in March, June, July, and August to cheetah moms Khari, Naya, Vaila, Rey, Zola, and Wiay after a gestation period of about 93 days. These cheetahs were recommended for breeding by the Zoological Association of America’s animal management plan.

This video shows several cubs during a recent veterinary checkup. Zoo vet staff monitor the health of our cheetah cubs very closely. During their first few months of life, the cubs have several vet checkups for weigh-ins, deworming, and essential vaccinations.

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