Woodland Park Zoo in Seattle, US, will open the first phase of its new Asian tropical forest exhibit in 2013, including Asian small-clawed otters, a tropical aviary and a children's nature play area.

In addition, the public is expected to get its first look at the zoo's four new lion cubs in late spring.

These exciting additions to the zoo are a part of the continued planning as the zoo explores new programmes, events and exhibits that engage Washington families every day of the year.