If you’ve ever watched a tiger prowl through the tall grass or a leopard lounge on a high branch at Lions Tigers & Bears, you’ve probably noticed one of their most expressive features: the tail. From the massive, muscular tail of a mountain lion to the short, stubby "bob" of a bobcat, these features are […]
The air in Alpine, California, carries a different kind of music as the sun dips below the mountains. It isn’t the hum of city traffic; it’s the deep, resonant vibration of a lion’s roar and the rhythmic chuffing of tigers. For most, these are sounds heard only on nature documentaries. But at Lions Tigers & […]
In the world of wild cats, few animals are as easily confused as the jaguar and the leopard. To the untrained eye, they look remarkably similar: both are stunning, golden-coated apex predators covered in black spots, and both exude an aura of raw power. It is a common question we hear at Lions Tigers & […]
As the winter months settle over Alpine, California, and the air turns crisp, visitors to Lions Tigers & Bears often arrive with one burning question: "Where are the bears? Are they asleep?" It is a logical question. From childhood cartoons to nature documentaries, we are taught that when the snow falls, bears retreat to a […]
As the clock strikes midnight and we welcome 2026, many of us are setting goals for the new year ahead. We promise to eat healthier, exercise more, or learn a new skill. But what if your New Year’s resolution could save a life? While personal growth is important, this year offers a unique opportunity to […]
The holiday season is often characterized by a spirit of generosity, when people look for meaningful ways to give back and support causes they believe in. While financial contributions are absolutely vital to the mission of wildlife rescue organizations, becoming a true exotic animal advocate requires a deeper commitment - one that transforms your daily […]
The number is staggering: there are more tigers held captive in the United States than remain in the wild across their native habitats in Asia. This shocking statistic, a direct result of the rampant and unregulated exotic pet trade, paints a clear picture of the animal abuse and neglect stemming from private tiger ownership. For […]
The holiday season is a time of giving, generosity, and often, big surprises. For many, that surprise might come in the form of a new puppy or a kitten under the Christmas tree. But a more sinister trend persists: the impulse to purchase or gift an exotic, wild animal, like a monkey, a serval, or […]
No two exotic animals look exactly alike. Even within the same species, each tiger, zebra, or leopard wears a one-of-a-kind coat. Stripes curve differently, spots scatter in new ways, and colors shift ever so slightly. But why does this happen, and what do these unique exotic animal markings really mean? Scientists have spent decades uncovering […]
