A photograph of Bayun in Novosibirsk Zoo
Bayun in Novosibirsk Zoo, December 11, 2022

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Bayun (Баюн) the Pallas's cat

Mia's son who lived in Novosibirsk Zoo. He was born on June 6, 2022

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Bayun—the gorgeous Pallas's cat, who used to live in Novosibirsk Zoo.

He was born on June 6, 2022 in Novosibirsk Zoo. His mother is Mia the Pallas's cat, but his father is unclear at the moment, with the potential fathers being Earl, George, or Zelenogorsk. Read more about the travels of Bayun.

Unfortunately Bayun is not with us anymore. He passed away on August 30, 2023, he was one year old.

Bayun was given his name in Zoo “Na Lampushke”. Bayun is a character from Russian folklore known for his charming voice. He lures travelers and, when they let their guard down, attacks them. However, those who manage to catch Bayun will be healed of any diseases, as Bayun's tales have a healing effect. Read more about the names of Bayun.

Siblings of Bayun the Pallas's cat

Twin siblings born on June 6, 2022 in Novosibirsk Zoo. Their mother is Mia, but the father of the kittens is uncertain for us at the moment, with the potential fathers being Zelenogorsk, George, or Earl

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Bayun's travel adventures

Between June 1, 2023 and June 15, 2023 Bayun moved from Novosibirsk Zoo to Zoo “Na Lampushke”.

Other names of Bayun the Pallas's cat

On August 4, 2023 in Zoo “Na Lampushke” he was given his name Bayun (Баюн). Bayun is a character from Russian folklore known for his charming voice. He lures travelers and, when they let their guard down, attacks them. However, those who manage to catch Bayun will be healed of any diseases, as Bayun's tales have a healing effect. A name was chosen by voting on the zoo's official page on VK. The name “Pirozhochek” (little pie) was proposed for the vote by Manulization subscribers.