NEWS: Beloved Disney Animal Will Be Leaving Animal Kingdom Soon
A beloved animal at Disney's Animal Kingdom will be leaving soon. Find out which animal and when.
Bakso
Bakso was born at Disney's Animal Kingdom in September of 2024. He was the first Sumatran tiger to be born there!
His parents are Sohni and Conrad. When Bakso was first born, he stayed backstage with mom (Sohni) until he was ready to make his debut.
When Bakso made his debut out in the park, Guests were lining up just to catch a glimpse. Check out the lengthy waits that Guest waited just to catch a possible glimpse of this adorable tiger HERE.
Bakso Leaving
The last two years, Bakso has called Animal Kingdom his home. Disney has just shared that soon he will be leaving for his next adventure.
No specific date has been announced on when he will leave, but it will occur later this fall. Bakso will be heading to another Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoo. No further details on where has been shared.
Tigers are considered an umbrella species, which means tigers will help other species within their habitat. There are less than 600 Sumatran tigers left in the wild and in managed care! He could one day have his own cubs and help the future of this critically endangered species.
Why Is He Leaving And What Does This Mean For You?
As sad as we may be to see him leave Disney's Animal Kingdom, this is all part of a bigger plan. Bakso's move is from the recommendation from the AZA's Species Survival Plan. This move will help support the future of Sumatran tigers.
Bakso will leave Disney's Animal Kingdom later this fall and move to another Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoo.
There is still time to catch a glimpse of Bakso before he moves to his new home. Guests can find him on the Maharajah Jungle Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
What do you think of Bakso's next adventure? Are you excited for the impact he can make for the species? Are you sad to see him go? Let us know in the comments below, and be sure to share this post with your friends!
Source: Disney Parks Blog
