Vol. 15 No. 8 (2000): August
Case Report

Successful handrearing of a Leopard cub at Maharajbag Zoo

Published 2000-08-21

Abstract

Successful handrearing of a Leopard cub at Maharajbag Zoo, Nagpur is reported.  The feeding of cub was done under stict sterilization of feeding bottles and utensils. Commonly recommended feed such as cow's milk, boiled egg and beef along with calcium and multivitamin supplements were given in gradually increasing portions as per the need.  The feed requirement and growth rate is reported.