A rare Amur tiger has been introduced to a safari park by conservationists.Five-year-old female Yuki has been taken to Knowsley Safari Park on Merseyside to take part in a breeding programme designed to help ensure the survival of the endangered species.

The five-year-old female Amur tiger has been introduced to Knowsley Safari in Merseyside as part of a conservation programme.

Pete Johnson, Head of Carnivores at Knowsley Safari, said: “We are delighted to welcome Yuki to Knowsley, she’s settling in wonderfully well. Our priority is protecting the future of rare species, such as the Amur tiger, and Yuki’s arrival marks the start of a vital aspect of the European Breeding Programme.”