Three more lions rescued from war-torn Ukraine
A wildlife charity has announced it is “overjoyed” to be bringing three lions stranded in war-torn Ukraine to safety in Yorkshire, after a successful fundraising appeal. Two of the lions…
Chinese restaurant offering tea and lion cub hugs criticized by PETA
“Tearing lion cubs from their mothers so diners can handle them over afternoon tea is exploitation, not entertainment,” PETA said. A restaurant in Shanxi province, northern China, is under fire…
Rare lions settle into their new home
Rare Asiatic Lions Sonika and Sahee Make Their Debut at Hertfordshire Zoo In an exciting development at Hertfordshire Zoo (formerly Paradise Wildlife Park), the public has been introduced to a…
Pride and Joy for Whipsnade Zoo as Second North African Lioness Gives Birth
Whipsnade Zoo has celebrated the arrival of a second litter of rare northern African lion cubs, bringing the total number of cubs at the conservation zoo to seven. The four…
A Baby Sea Lion Performs Rhythmic Gymnastics Feats in Washington State
TACOMA, Wash. (AP) — A baby sea lion toting an artificial kelp strip was filmed performing intricate rhythmic gymnastics-esque circles through the waters of an aquarium in Washington state. Although…
Two White Lionesses Join The Big Cat Sanctuary
Two white lionesses have retired to the Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent after spending their early years at its sister charity in Hertfordshire. On Monday, Zuri and Izulu embarked on…
Los Angeles Mountain Lions Shift to Nocturnal Behavior to Steer Clear of Humans
The mountain lions of Greater Los Angeles are becoming more active at night to cope with humans hiking, cycling and jogging in their habitat. Mountain lions in Greater Los Angeles…
Rescued Ukrainian Lion Takes Its First Steps Into the Open
A lioness rescued from war-torn Ukraine has stepped outside for the first time at a sanctuary in Kent. Three-year-old Yuna, who was suffering from shell shock, arrived at The Big…
Massachusetts Enacts Groundbreaking Law to End Circus Exploitation of Elephants, Lions, and Wild Animals
In a landmark move, Governor Maura Healey signed a transformative bill into law on Friday, effectively ending the use of elephants, big cats, primates, giraffes, and bears in traveling exhibits…
Gaza Zoo Animals Displaced Alongside Their Owner Amidst Crisis
KHAN YOUNIS, Gaza Strip — Amid the challenges of the Israeli invasion of Rafah last month, a heartwarming exodus took place, not just of nearly one million humans but also…