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NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

Thirty tigers and lions relocated from former Argentine zoo to sanctuaries in the US and South Africa

Thirty big cats are being transported from a closed zoo in Luján, Argentina, to new homes in sanctuaries located in the United States and South Africa. Animal welfare specialists are managing the sedation and transport process for the animals.

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Why It Matters

The relocation marks the final transfer of animals from the former Luján zoo, which has been the subject of animal welfare oversight.

Key Facts

  • Thirty tigers and lions are being relocated from a former zoo in Luján, Argentina.
  • The animals are being moved to sanctuaries in the United States and South Africa.
  • Animal welfare specialists are overseeing the sedation and transport of the animals.
  • The animals are transported in specialized transport boxes after being sedated.

Who's Mentioned

locationUnited States“Destination for some of the relocated animals.”locationSouth Africa“Destination for some of the relocated animals.”locationLuján“City in Argentina where the former zoo is located.”