CLEAN : Two rare six-week-old Asiatic lion cubs play at Jerusalem Zoo

The video discusses Yasha, a nervous mother lion, who gave birth during the zoo's shutdown, providing a quiet environment for her and her cubs. Asian Lions are a rare species, with only about 800 left globally, and zoos are part of a breeding program to prevent their extinction. Yasha and Gear, a male lion, were genetically paired for breeding, and their interaction is observed, with Yasha being protective of her cubs.

Why was Yasha's timing for giving birth considered fortunate?

• The zoo was closed, providing a quiet environment.

• There were more visitors to see the cubs.

• She had access to better food.

• The weather was perfect.

Approximately how many Asian Lions are left in the wild?

• 1000

• 50

• 500

• 200

What is the main goal of the European breeding program?

• To increase zoo attendance.

• To preserve the Asian Lion species.

• To create a new lion species.

• To train lions for performances.

How many cubs were born to Yasha and Gear?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What is the potential risk if the Asian Lions' natural habitat is compromised?

• They will increase in number.

• They will adapt to new environments.

• They will become extinct.

• They will migrate to another area.

What was the initial concern about Gear's behavior towards the cubs?

• He might take them away.

• He might not treat them well.

• He might not share food.

• He might ignore them.

What is Yasha's behavior towards Gear when he approaches the cubs?

• She pushes him away.

• She plays with him.

• She ignores him.

• She encourages him.