Woburn, England – Woburn Safari Park welcomes Ginger Biscuit, a rare Amur tiger relocating from Longleat to Bedfordshire as part of an international conservation programme.

Ginger Biscuit’s move is part of the European Endangered Species Programme, which coordinates breeding efforts across wildlife parks. With around 450 Amur tigers remaining in the wild, the species is among the rarest big cats on Earth.

Born on May 9, 2024, at Longleat, Ginger Biscuit is one of four female cubs born to mother Yana and father Red. She was raised alongside her sisters Dora-Boo, Heidi, and Seeka and became part of one of the UK’s closely followed tiger litters.

During her early life at Longleat, Ginger Biscuit developed from a vulnerable newborn into a confident young tiger. She explored the outdoors under her mother’s guidance and became known for spending time playing in the habitat’s pond with her sisters.

Her relocation reflects the natural transition of young tigers leaving their mothers while supporting wider conservation efforts across Europe.

“We’re looking forward to welcoming Ginger Biscuit to Woburn. She’s an important addition to the European breeding programme, and her arrival reflects the role modern safari parks play in protecting species that are under real pressure in the wild. Our team will be focused on helping her settle in and ensuring she continues to thrive,” said Ben Davies, Team Leader, Carnivores.

On arrival, Ginger Biscuit will be gradually introduced to her new surroundings. Keepers at Woburn will work with colleagues at Longleat to support her transition, and she will become familiar with resident Amur tigers Dmitri and Vera through protected introductions.

Visitors will be able to see Ginger Biscuit from her first day at the park in her dedicated tiger habitat within the Road Safari.

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