Sahee arrived along with partner Sonika at The Big Cat Sanctuary on March 3rd 2023 from Bristol Zoo
Sahee was born on 15th July 2016 in Le Pal Theme Park and Zoo in France
Sahee and Sonika are the first Asiatic lions to ever live at the Sanctuary
The couple are sharing the enclosure which is adjoining the welcome centre conservatory
Sahee was very brave on arrival at the Sanctuary, he was very quick to be outside exploring his new surroundings
Sahee weighs 174kg, he has a fabulous face full of character and is destined to be a photographer's dream!
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£1,000 per year to join
Sahee arrived with female Asiatic lioness Sonika in March 2023, they are currently a non-breeding pair. This fabulous couple are representing their species in captivity and we know they will be incredible ambassadors for the lesser known Asiatic lion sub-species.
This magnificent lion has already demonstrated true lion behaviour, he is bold, brave and protective of his partner Sonika.
The Sanctuary has high hopes for this awesome pair in the future.
The Asiatic lion is also known as the Persian lion. It is a population of Panthera leo leo that survives only in the wild only in India. Since the turn of the 20th century, its range is known to be restricted to Gir National Park and the surrounding areas in the Indian state of Gujarat. This population has grown in recent years and is now heavily protected.
Historically their numbers are thought to have dwindled to as low as just a few dozen in the 1880s. Asiatic lions are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List (vulnerable) and their population is now up to 523 per the census carried out in 2015.
March 22, 2024
The new series kicks off with a double dose of excitement from the iconic San Diego Zoo and its breathtaking Safari Park in the USA. With over 15,000 animal residents, including Komodo dragons, Galapagos tortoises, and polar bears, get ready to come face to face with nature’s wonders. Join brothers – Aaron, Tyler, and Cam – as they embark on a fact-finding mission
The Big Cat Sanctuary is pleased to announce the newest addition to the family, Kuda, a Sri Lankan Rusty Spotted Cat. Kuda is 5 years old and was born on the 30th of April 2018 at Hamerton Zoo Park. He joined us on Tuesday 13th February after a smooth 3-hour journey from Hamerton.
The London Beach Country Hotel Spa and Golf Club have partnered with The Big Cat Sanctuary for many years and they offer benefits of an excellent charity scheme. The way it works is you are able to enjoy Sunday lunch, cream teas, lunches, dinners and even a round of golf and the full value of the food including the green fees for golf ate donated to The Big Cat Sanctuary as the charity of your choice.
