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LAHORE: A deadly blood disease claimed the life of another Bengal tiger at Lahore Zoo on Tuesday, raising several questions about the efficiency of the administration.
This is the third death that has been reported so far. A disease by the name of ‘blood parasite’ has slowly emptied out the tiger enclosure at Lahore Zoo. Within a month’s span, the disease has killed two female and one male Bengal tiger, while the remaining few have also fallen victim to this crippling ailment.
During his treatment, Rawal had begun to show signs of recovery, even regaining his appetite, said a zoo official in a statement. For his treatment, veterinary officers at the zoo were in constant contact with national and international experts, the statement said. However, despite employing their best efforts and resources to save him, he passed away.
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The spokesperson for the zoo could not be contacted despite repeated attempts. However, a source, who wished to remain anonymous, claimed that the administration earned Rs150 million compared to a total expenditure of Rs100 million, yet one can sense an attitude of apathy towards the animals.
The source added that according to the zoo administration, they possess a state-of-the-art facility with qualified veterinary doctors. “Then why are they unable to ascertain the cause of death?” the source questioned.
Published in The Express Tribune, March 21st, 2018.
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