Exotic Incident #1584
Incident Date:
09/12/2011
Location:
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Facility Name:
Los Angeles Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Animal Death (AD)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Sumatran Tiger
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
A baby tiger was found dead from a blow to the head at Los Angeles Zoo. Officials admitted they are still in the dark over what caused the tragedy. The cub was one of three male Sumatran tigers born on August 6 and appeared to be doing well.
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