30 lions and tigers leave notorious Argentine zoo; head to new sanctuaries
Source: Times of India
Category: Health
Region: General
Published: August 17, 2026 at 16:36
π Summary
Thirty lions and tigers from Argentinaβs shuttered Lujan Zoo have begun a major relocation to wildlife sanctuaries in South Africa and the US. Led by Four Paws, the rescue involves moving 30 big cats that spent years in cramped cages and suffered health problems. The animals will now travel to Lionsrock in South Africa and The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Colorado.