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A lion tracked by Oxford researchers in Zimbabwe, Blondie, was killed by a trophy hunter, echoing the 2015 death of Cecil the Lion, raising concerns about illegal hunting practices and conservation efforts, despite legal protections and international outrage.
Owners of a pet lion in Lahore, Pakistan, were arrested after the lion escaped from a farmhouse, attacked a woman and two children, and was recaptured. The incident highlights issues with illegal wild animal ownership, prompting a province-wide crackdown on unlicensed lion keepers, with several arrests and captures made so far.
A man was killed by a lion at the Sri Venkateswara zoological park in India after he climbed a wall and chain-link fencing to enter the lion enclosure, apparently to take a selfie. Despite warnings from a zoo employee, the man jumped in and was attacked by the animal, dying within 10 minutes. The zoo stated that the man appeared to be intoxicated. This is the first incident of its kind at the zoo, and security measures will be reviewed to prevent future occurrences.
An escaped circus lion named Kimba caused panic in the Italian town of Ladispoli before being sedated and captured by authorities. Despite the scare, an animal handler assured that the lion posed no threat to people. The incident has sparked calls for a ban on live circus animals in Italy, a practice already prohibited in over 20 European countries. Ladispoli's mayor hopes the episode will raise awareness and lead to an end to animal exploitation in circuses.
A lion that escaped from a circus near Rome has been recaptured after several hours on the loose. The lion was sedated and captured by authorities, and the incident is now being investigated. Videos on social media showed the lion wandering the streets of Ladispoli before being found near a school. Animal welfare organizations hope that this incident will lead to a ban on circuses with animals.
Panic ensued in the Italian coastal town of Ladispoli as an escaped circus lion roamed the streets, prompting the mayor to urge residents to stay indoors. Videos captured the calm lion strolling through the town, while some residents were temporarily trapped in their cars. After several hours, the lion was tranquilized and recaptured by a tracking team. The mayor expressed concern over the exploitation of animals in circuses and called for an end to such practices.
Ruben, a 15-year-old lion, has finally experienced freedom after spending six years alone in a cramped cage in an Azerbaijan zoo. The Daily Mail highlighted his plight, leading to a rescue effort by UK-based charity Animal Defenders International. Ruben was transported to a wildlife sanctuary in South Africa with the help of Qatar Airlines. Upon stepping onto African soil, Ruben took his first steps on grass, having forgotten how to roar during his time in captivity.
A lioness escaped near Berlin, prompting a massive search by German authorities who are urging residents to stay indoors. Helicopters, drones, and infrared cameras are being used in the search efforts, with the goal of tranquilizing and capturing the lioness. Police were alerted to the missing lion when they received cellphone footage of the animal chasing a wild boar. No local zoos or circuses have reported a missing lioness, leading officials to believe it may be a missing pet. Authorities have warned the public to avoid walking their dogs in nearby forests, especially at night. The lioness has not been found yet, and it is unknown how it got loose.
Authorities in Berlin have issued emergency alerts urging residents to stay indoors after a suspected lion was spotted on the outskirts of the city. The search for the escaped animal is underway, with helicopters and ground searches being conducted. There have been no reports of escaped animals from local zoos or wildlife refuges, and it remains unclear where the lion originated from.
A lion cub was caught on camera sweetly nudging its mother as she tried to nap in South Africa's Kruger National Park. The video was captured by Nombekana Safaris and Wildlife Photography. The tour company specializes in day trips and ensures that guests maximize their time in the national park.
A massive male lion was caught on camera strolling through a campsite in Kgalagadi, Botswana, just a few feet away from a stunned family. Despite their fear, the group managed to stay calm and whispered to each other to remain still. The lion curiously looked at the group and even got startled for a moment after accidentally knocking a bottle off the table. The video ends with the lion approaching the family within a chilling distance, staring at them for a while before heading off into the wild.
Campers in Botswana had a heart-stopping encounter with a massive male lion that wandered into their campsite, inspecting their cutlery and coming within feet of the petrified safari-goers. The encounter was caught on camera and has since gone viral. Despite the fear, the campers stayed still, as they had agreed beforehand not to run or make sudden movements, which could encourage the lion to attack.
Loonkiito, one of the oldest lions in the world at 19 years old, was killed by a livestock pen owner in Kenya. The lion had entered the pen looking for prey due to being "starving." The Lion Guardians organization announced his passing and attributed the longer lifespan of wild lions to the efforts of local communities. Human-lion conflict is increasing due to competition for space and resources, with farmers often killing lions in retaliation or to prevent conflict. Kenya is experiencing its worst drought in four decades, leading to an increase in conflict between humans and lions.
A 19-year-old male lion named Loonkiito, believed to be one of the world's oldest, was killed by herders in Kenya after preying on livestock. The lion was old and frail and wandered into the village from the Amboseli National Park in search of food. The Maasai-operated Lion Guardians group works to conserve the lion population in Amboseli National Park and called for measures to protect wildlife in the country. The killing of Loonkiito was a "tough situation for both sides, the people and the lion", and eulogised him as "a symbol of resilience and coexistence".
A remote camera captured an image of a "muscular female lion" in Chad's Sena Oura National Park, marking the first sighting of lions in the park in almost 20 years. Lions are considered extinct in the park by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature. The region has benefited from a strong commitment to conservation by the governments of Chad and Cameroon, leading to better protection of national parks and the recovery of wildlife populations. Lions are categorized as "Vulnerable" by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature due to human killing, habitat loss, and loss of prey.