150 people injured at US roadside zoos over a decade, prompting calls for better oversight.
An investigation has revealed safety risks at roadside zoos in the U.S., with at least 150 people injured during encounters with exotic animals over the past decade. Dana Garber suffered serious injuries from an elephant at the Endangered Ark Foundation in Oklahoma, which claims to be a sanctuary for retired circus elephants. Critics highlight the lack of accreditation and poor animal welfare at such facilities, prompting calls for better oversight. The 2022 Big Cat Public Safety Act prohibits public contact with big cats.
October 07, 2024
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