Endangered Amur Tiger Malena Euthanized at Brookfield Zoo Chicago

Brookfield Zoo Amur tiger Malena humanely euthanized due to life-threatening health conditions

Brookfield Zoo announced that one of its Amur tigers, Malena, was humanely euthanized this week due to life-threatening health issues. Animal care specialists noticed changes in Malena's appetite and energy levels and quickly called veterinary experts to evaluate her health. During an examination, veterinarians found that her kidneys were not functioning properly, which "led to life-threatening heart arrhythmias," zoo officials said. Because of …

Endangered Amur tiger Malena euthanized at Brookfield Zoo Chicago

BROOKFIELD, Ill. (WGN) — Brookfield Zoo Chicago is mourning the loss of their Amur tiger named Malena, following its decision to "humanely euthanize" the animal following life-threatening health issues. Zoo officials said Friday that their team of dedicated animal control specialists noticed changes in Malena's appetite and energy levels. Upon further examination, zoo veterinarians learned that Malena's kidneys were not functioning correctly, du…

Tiger kills 9th human in 13 days in Chandrapur district

Nagpur: A tiger mauled a 55-year-old man to death and severely injured his nephew on Thursday morning in Kosambi Chak area of Mul tehsil marking the ninth fatal attack in 13 days highlighting the intensifying man-animal conflict in Chandrapur district. Of these, four deaths were reported from Mul tehsil alone. The total number of tiger-related deaths in the district this year has risen to 22. Sources said Bandu Parshuram Urade and his nephew Kis…