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Amanda has been with the El Paso Zoo for 25 years, and the lion’s keeper for the past 6 years. Amanda works with and cares for these beautiful, majestic animals daily. She understands their likes, dislikes, habits, characteristics, and physical and mental health. It takes dedication and a love for animals to ensure for their longevity and overall well-being.
Her name is of Swahili origin and means golden. She has a patch of missing fur, in a perfect square shape, on the tip of her nose.
Her name is of Swahili origin and means angel. She is the most “Talkative” lion of the bunch: meaning she responds most by vocalizing. To distinguish her, look for a lighter-grayish fur color compared to her sisters’ dark tan color.
Her name is based on a Greek mythology character, and means beautiful voice. She loves to play with cardboard boxes ,and has a patch of missing fur, in a circle shape, on the tip of her nose.