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Record Number of Wild Animals at Zagreb Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
In the first half of 2026, 1,011 animals were cared for, 143 more than last year. Veterinarians treated bats, white-tailed eagles, storks, and numerous other species.
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Over a Thousand Wild Animals Admitted to Zagreb's Wildlife Recovery Center
One in four animals that ended up at the Zagreb Zoo's Wildlife Recovery Center belongs to a strictly protected species, with the total number of admissions up by 143 compared to last year.
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The Lioness Was Killed by the Zoo System, Not a Lion, Says Luka Oman
Animal Friends Croatia accuses Zagreb Zoo management of failures that led to the death of lioness Tayri in front of visitors.
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Encounter with Wildlife: Professor Advises What to Do
A tragic event at the Zagreb Zoo has raised questions about our relationship with wild animals, and zoology professor Igor Trbojević shared key advice with N1 on encounters with bears, wolves, and snakes.
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Animal Friends: Zoo Is Paid for by Citizens Who Never Visit It
Following the death of lioness Tayri, the association urges the City of Zagreb to cease funding breeding and acquisition of new animals, noting that 75 percent of the Zoo's costs are covered by the city budget.
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Zagreb Zoo Welcomes New Lion Pair: Uganda and Tayri Join Conservation Efforts for Endangered Species