OKC Zoo welcomes rescued bobcat Pando to habitat

The Oklahoma City Zoo has introduced Pando, a 7-month-old female bobcat, to its newly renovated Cat Forest habitat. Pando was found as a kitten in California and was cared for by wildlife rescue organizations before being deemed unsuitable for reintroduction to the wild due to her strong interest in humans. Tyler Boyd, the Zoo's curator of carnivores, expressed excitement about Pando's arrival, noting her potential to educate visitors about the role of bobcats in the ecosystem. Pando will participate in her own healthcare and training while at the zoo, with her first wellness exam scheduled for January 17, which guests can view publicly. Her name honors the Pando aspen grove, the world's largest organism, symbolizing resilience and adaptability. Visitors can soon see Pando alongside other felines, including Sumatran tigers and ocelots, in the Cat Forest habitat this spring.