A rare Amur tiger named Ginger Biscuit is displaying promising signs of confidence as she adjusts to her new habitat at Woburn Safari Park in Bedfordshire. The two-year-old female arrived at the park on Tuesday, 7 July 2026, having journeyed from Longleat in Wiltshire, as a crucial component of an international conservation initiative.
Her new keepers have observed her settling in well, actively exploring the trees and bushes within her enclosure. Ben Davies, head of carnivores at Woburn Safari Park, noted her confident demeanour and early interactions, stating she has been observing the other two tigers from a distance. The park emphasised that young tigers typically remain with their mothers for up to three years, and Ginger Biscuit's relocation at two years old reflects a natural transition while bolstering wider conservation efforts across Europe.
This significant move forms part of the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP), a coordinated effort across wildlife parks to manage breeding and maintain genetic diversity among endangered species. The programme is vital for species like the Amur tiger, which faces severe pressure in its natural wild habitats.
Amy Waller, carnivore team manager at Longleat, expressed pride in Ginger Biscuit's move, highlighting her growth into a confident young tiger alongside her sisters over the past two years. While acknowledging the difficulty of seeing an animal move on, Waller underscored that such relocations are precisely what the EEP is designed for, contributing directly to broader conservation goals.
The arrival of Ginger Biscuit at Woburn Safari Park underscores the increasingly critical role modern safari parks play in safeguarding species facing extinction. The park's team is now dedicated to ensuring her continued well-being and successful integration into her new home, further strengthening the population of this magnificent, endangered big cat.