Tokyo zoo reports three lion deaths from heat
Zoo says 10 of 16 lions fell ill as Japan endures extreme temperatures and high humidity
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Three lions died at Tokyo’s Tama Zoological Park amid Japan’s ongoing heat wave. The zoo reported that 10 of its 16 lions showed symptoms of heat-related illness.
Three lions died at Tokyo’s Tama Zoological Park within five days of each other.4,3,2,1 The zoo reported that 10 of its 16 lions had fallen ill due to the heat.3,2,1 Zookeepers attempted to shelter the lions from extreme summer temperatures.4
The zoo suspended its lion exhibit on July 23 after lions showed loss of appetite and decreased activity.2 A spokeswoman for the zoo stated that the lions were undergoing treatment for heat-related symptoms.2,1 Japan has been experiencing an extreme heat wave since late July.3,1
Parts of Japan reached 40°C in recent weeks.1 Japan recorded its hottest summer on record last year.1
“The zoo said that 10 of its 16 lions have been ill.”
“Three lions have died of suspected heatstroke at Tokyo’s Tama Zoological Park amid Japan’s record-breaking 'cruelly hot' summer.”
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