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Heatwave Takes Toll on Tokyo Zoo Lions
High humidity during Japan’s heatwave has caused the deaths of three lions at a Tokyo zoo, while others are receiving treatment. The incident highlights the challenges faced by animals in extreme weather conditions.
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The Guardian
Most of the zoo’s 16 lions have struggled to cope with high humidity this summerThree lions from a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke and others are undergoing treatment, a spokesperson said on Tuesday, as the big cats struggle in Japan’s high levels of humidity.Japan swe
2026-08-04 05:46 UTC