BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Zoo Boise has a new member of the family.

The zoo says it's welcoming 11-year-old Akasha, a female Amur tiger, who arrived earlier in May.

“This is an incredible opportunity for Zoo Boise to welcome an animal into our family and take great care of her while advancing our conservation mission,” said Gene Peacock, Zoo Boise director.

By retiring at Zoo Boise, Akasha is helping tiger conservation efforts by freeing up space at another zoo.

Akasha was born at the Denver Zoo, but spent most of her life at the Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville, Indiana.

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