Animals Are Dying at Punjab Zoo

A series of animal deaths have recently occurred at Sher Bagh, the largest zoo in southern Punjab, India. The deaths of both male and female African lion cubs, which were seven months old, have come to light seven months after their passing. This has sparked questions regarding the circumstances surrounding their demise. Additionally, another crocodile death has been confirmed, occurring after a two-month period of uncertainty.

Zoo authorities have suggested that the crocodile's death was a result of conflicts with other crocodiles within the enclosure. In contrast, the lion cubs' deaths have been attributed to subpar breeding methods and inbreeding. However, the exact causes of these animal deaths have not been disclosed to the public. Furthermore, the post-mortem examinations of the deceased animals have not been made available to the general populace.

The curator of the zoo had previously faced suspension for concealing the death of a crocodile that had taken place two months prior to the current investigations. Despite this disciplinary action, the subsequent occurrence of another crocodile's death has reignited concerns about the level of administrative oversight at the zoo.

These recent events have cast a shadow over the previously suspended curator's record, as well as the overall management of the facility. The news of these ongoing animal deaths was initially reported by ProPakistani.