Residents in Moscow weighed in on a naming choice for the Amur tiger at the Moscow Zoo, ultimately selecting Amur as the official name. The announcement came from the press service of the mayor’s office and the city’s government, confirming the outcome of a public vote. The decision underscores how residents engage with local wildlife events and the city’s commitment to transparency in municipal projects. (Citation: Moscow City Government Communications Office)
According to official releases, four name options were presented to the public for the predator. The Active Citizen platform facilitated the vote, and the city noted that Amur received the largest share of support. Officials stated that the name Amur was chosen by more than half of those who participated. (Citation: Moscow City Administration)
In the ranking that followed, Orion captured about one-fifth of the votes, Khabar received roughly fourteen percent, and Vostok trailed with around eleven percent. Participation surpassed 255 thousand residents, a level of engagement that demonstrates strong public interest in how the city brands and presents its wildlife ambassadors. (Citation: Moscow City Government Communications Office)
Details about the tiger’s arrival reveal that the Amur tiger, captured in Russia’s Khabarovsk Region in February, arrived under careful observation and veterinary scrutiny. Reports described injuries consistent with struggles during capture and reveal that the animal sustained multiple wounds, including fractures and dental damage believed to have occurred while attempting to escape a trapping mechanism. The incident has spurred discussions about animal welfare, transport safety, and the rehabilitation process that follows a rescue operation. (Citation: Moscow Zoo Vet Team)
Past reporting noted that a tiger that escaped from a Ukrainian zoo raised concerns in a Slovak village, with residents of Ulich expressing unease about the situation. This broader context reflects how tiger-related events can resonate across borders, prompting regional media coverage and public dialogue about wildlife management, safety, and international cooperation in conservation efforts. (Citation: Regional News Agencies)