Amur tiger is the rare, critically endangered subspecies of tiger native to Siberia’s forests, protected to safeguard its dwindling population.
A man has died after entering the Amur tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster. Police say the tiger remained unharmed and the park is closed while authorities investigate; witnesses described a man entering the enclosure after being seen pacing near the barrier. The incident prompted evacuation and ongoing inquiries.
Two people were injured after an incident at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park in Doncaster. Police say a man entered the tiger enclosure; the animals remained inside the habitat. Ambulances were dispatched and the park has shut pending investigation. Officials are working with authorities to determine what happened.
Edinburgh Zoo has welcomed a pygmy hippo calf born on July 31 to Gloria and Otto. The gender is pending health checks; the calf is bonding with its mother in private, away from public view, while keepers monitor its early development.
The Japanese macaque Luka has fled his Highland Wildlife Park home near Kingussie overnight, triggering a search with thermal-imaging drones. Public are urged not to approach; sightings should be reported to the listed number. A 2024 escape by a monkey from the same park is recalled in background.