The Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, Texas, has recently welcomed a father-son pair, as reported by KXXV.  Gusti a gorgeous seven-year-old Sumatran tiger and his gorgeous 2-year-old son Nakal have arrived from the Memphis Zoo, joining the Cameron Park Zoo family as of Friday. This is so exciting for the Cameron Park Zoo. Texans come from all parts of the state to enjoy this Central Texas zoo.

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WELCOME TO THE CAMERON PARK ZOO GUSTI AND NAKAL!

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Currently, the zoo is home to one female Sumatran tiger named Maharani, who is 18 years old and was born on May 24, 2006. Maharani originally came from the National Zoological Park and remains an essential part of the zoo's conservation efforts. The zoo emphasized that Gusti and his son Nakal will not be paired with her, but everyone is excited to have Dusty and his son join the zoo.

THIS PERFECT FATHER-SON DUO HAS COME TO THE CAMERON PARK ZOO HERE IN WACO TEXAS

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Brendan Wiley, the zoo director, noted that this addition not only supports conservation efforts for Samaritan tigers but also enhances the community's appreciation for these amazing creatures. In Texas, visiting the zoo is a beloved activity for families, particularly during vacations and weekends. It's a fantastic outdoor experience, regardless of the weather, and now visitors can enjoy the special sight of a father-son tiger duo right here in Waco.

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