Three lions die at Tama Zoological Park due to heat-related causes
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Tama Zoological Park
Hino, Tokyo, Japan
Late July 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 28/4/2026, 6:10:56 AM
Three lions died at Tama Zoological Park in Tokyo since late July. The cause is suspected to be heat-related, involving severe dehydration and organ failure. The zoo suspended the lion exhibit on July 23 due to illness among the pride.
- Earlier version 18/4/2026, 4:51:24 AM
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