Binti was the first lion cub born at the Detroit Zoo in 40 years. A new, male lion will be coming soon, officials said.

Detroit Zoo bids farewell to lion Binti and anticipates the arrival of a new male lion, in line with conservation efforts.

Detroit Zoo officials say 4-year-old Binti will be moved to another Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited zoo.

The Detroit Zoo said Binti, a 4-year-old lion who was the first lion born at the zoo in 40 years, is moving to another zoo.

ROYAL OAK, MI - The Detroit Zoo is saying goodbye to a young member of its Pride. The first lion cub born at the Detroit Zoo since 1980, Binti will soon head to another zoo as part of the Species Survival Plan.