9 adorable pictures of Blackpool Zoo's African Lion cubs beautifully captured on camera

Adorable African Lion cubs born to Blackpool Zoo residents Hira and Khari, on Sunday have been beautifully captured on camera.

Lytham based photographer KC Photography was quick off the mark to make sure the cubs first few days were recorded.

And the zoo staff kindly shared of their fabulous pictures too.

As an inexperienced mother Hira chose to give birth in the outdoor paddock so a temporary, partial closure of the viewing area is in place to give her and the cubs their privacy during this crucial early period.

The birth is particularly special for Khari, who was himself the last lion cub born at Blackpool Zoo in 2015 to mum, Rachel, and dad, Wallace.

Adam Kenyon, section manager at Blackpool Zoo said: "We'll share more updates, including the cubs' genders and names, as soon as possible and we’re looking forward to properly introducing them to everyone.”