#KEYSTONE SAFARI HALLOWEEN MOVIE#

“We are thrilled to be helping a new generation of these rare lions get started which would otherwise be totally wiped off the planet if it weren’t for the work of zoos around the world,” Keystone Safari Park Director Adam Guiher said in a statement. Simba was born a healthy 3 pounds, and now weighs about 12.Īccording to Keystone Safari, he enjoys rolling in the sand and grass in his habitat and practicing his pouncing.īarbary lions have smaller litters than most lions, usually only one to three cubs. The safari opened to the public less than a year ago. Simba’s parents, June and Cash, lived at Living Treasures Wild Animal Park in New Castle from 2006-18, when they moved to Keystone Safari. They were hunted to extinction, and by the 1960s there were none left in their homeland, the Atlas Mountains in North Africa. Simba is a Barbary lion, a variety of lion that is extinct in the wild.īarbary lions are known for their massive manes and heavy builds. Estimated Visitation Time: 1-2 hours (more with ziplines or upon opening of safari) While this park was very enjoyable, there are not the variety of animals in the safari. Parking: Free Restrooms: Gift Shop & several outhouses throughout the park.

#KEYSTONE SAFARI HALLOWEEN MOVIE#

The lion cub - named in honor of the movie - was born at Keystone Safari in Grove City in May.Īfter spending his first six weeks indoors with his mom, he made his debut in the outdoor area of the safari’s lion habitat. Keystone Safari is preparing to open a drive-through bus safari park to interact with the animals. “The Lion King” remake won’t hit theaters until later this week, but another Simba recently made his debut in Pennsylvania.

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