Adorable footage shows UK’s youngest polar bear cub taking first steps outside

The UK’s youngest polar bear cub has been named - as new footage shows him taking his first steps outside.

The cub, born in December at the Highland Wildlife Park, near Aviemore, Highlands, has been called Brodie - a Scottish word meaning second son.

It was chosen by the winner of the recent prize draw ran by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland.

Public viewing for Brodie and mum Victoria will open from March 28.

But staff at the park are advising visitors the cub may only be visible for small periods of time to begin with.

Vickie Larkin, carnivore team leader, said: “We are so excited for visitors to finally see little Brodie and want to remind everyone they must book their tickets in advance.

“He is doing very well and is growing more confident every day.

“It is important to be aware Brodie may only be visible for short spurts to begin with as he starts to explore his enclosure and grow stronger on his feet.

“After a lap of his enclosure, our wee cub enjoys a good snooze in the den with mum.

“Like the other polar bears here at the park, Brodie will act as an ambassador for his cousins in the wild."