3 lions at western Tokyo zoo die of suspected heat-related causes

Three lions at a zoo in Tokyo have died since late July of suspected heat-related causes amid sweltering summer temperatures, the metropolitan government said Monday.The three lions were among 16 in captivity at Tama Zoological Park in Hino in western Tokyo. They were found to have suffered from severe dehydration and multiple organ failure.As other lions also began showing signs of illness, the park has suspended its lion exhibit since July 23.According to the metropolitan government, two of the lions showed symptoms such as loss of appetite and treatment was initiated on July 18.Soon afte…READ FULL ARTICLE