A second Amur tiger, which was transferred from Russia to Kazakhstan, has been released into the wild, the republic’s Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources said.

Before the release, the tiger was kept in a special adaptation enclosure, the animal underwent veterinary checks and tests, with specialists assessing its hunting skills, its ability to find food on its own and its reaction to human presence. The tiger was equipped with a satellite collar to track its movements.

Umit, the first tigress released into the wild, is adapting well and hunting on its own. Two more tiger cubs transported to Kazakhstan with the adult animals remain under specialists' observation.

Video: Telegram channel of Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources Photos: Amur Tiger Center/TASS