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Tokyo zoo
Coverage of Tokyo zoo in the Nexus archive.
- Three lions at Tokyo zoo die from suspected heatstroke as parts of Japan hit 40°C - and experts warn animals at UK zoos could be next
Three lions at Tokyo zoo died from suspected heatstroke as parts of Japan reached 40°C, with experts warning that UK zoos may face similar risks.
- Three lions die of heatstroke at Tokyo zoo
Three lions died of heatstroke at a Tokyo zoo, with 10 of its 16 lions reported ill. Japan has been experiencing an extreme heatwave since late July.
- Three lions die of suspected heatstroke at Tokyo zoo as Japan swelters
Three lions at a Tokyo zoo have died from suspected heatstroke, with others receiving treatment as high humidity challenges the zoo's 16 lions. Japan is experiencing extreme heat, with recent temperatures reaching 40C and a new 'cruelly hot day' designation.