Lions

Cases of Coronavirus spreading from humans to pets rise; still no evidence of animal-to-human transmission

While it appears that animals can get the virus from people, there is no indication that pets are transmitting it to human beings.

Economic strife affects lions in Sudan's zoo: Images of impoverished lion cause international uproar

Many international organizations are willing to help the lions, including an emergency rescue group expected in Sudan soon.

South African lion cubs born from artificial insemination in first for the species

The method developed allows a non-surgical means of fertilization, an otherwise-invasive procedure.

Lions caught in Gujarat government's conundrum: Can't care for them, won't let other states do it either

Gujarat government has not been frank, upfront or transparent about the causes of lion deaths in the past, and even more so since the current epidemic struck

Gir National Park sees frenzied activity in aftermath of multiple lion deaths; officials look for signs of Canine Distemper Virus

Thirty-six lions have been isolated in three rescue centres inside the Gir National Park, and their movements are being monitored round the clock.

Supreme Court calls death of lions in Gujarat's Gir forest 'extremely serious', asks Centre to take action to protect them

In September, over 21 lions have died in the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, due to various reasons.

Over 20 lions die in Gujarat's Gir forest in 20 days, state govt admits some deaths were due to virus attack

Seven lions rescued from Gujarat's Gir forest died while undergoing treatment at a rescue centre, taking the overall death toll of big cats to 21 since 12 September.

India to probe deaths of 12 endangered wild Asiatic lions over the last 10 days

Experts said that the deaths of the lions cannot be dismissed as part of a natural cycle.

Pride of lions killing suspected rhino poachers has Twitter applauding the cats

The anti-poaching unit found a high-powered rifle, wire cutters and an ax along with the remains.

German police caution residents in Lautenbach after wild cats escape Berlin zoo

The Berlin police are in pursuit of wild cats that have escaped from the Berlin zoo and have urged the people of Luenebach to stay in their houses.