Giraffe was killed, not deceased: Zoo union alleges

9 December 2023 07:44 am Views - 3016

Colombo, Dec. 9 (Daily Mirror) -  The female giraffe at the National Zoological Gardens in Dehiwala died on Thursday (7), However, the President of the Sri Lanka Podujana Zoological Garden Employees’ Union Krishantha Christopher alleges that the animal was killed.

Addressing the media, Krishantha Christopher said that giraffes are classified as critically endangered animals. He mentioned that the giraffes in the Dehiwala Zoo received special attention from the department, symbolized by a spotlight on their conservation efforts.

The union leader said that the giraffe’s death was not a natural death but a result of harm. The demise of this animal represents a significant setback for the Dehiwala Zoo.

“The union has lodged numerous complaints with the ministry, urging the removal of an unqualified veterinary doctor from the Dehiwala zoo to safeguard the well-being of the animals.