Exotic Incident #31
Incident Date:
05/06/1993
Location:
Bronx, NY - USA
Facility Name:
Bronx Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Lion
Animal disposition:
Summary:
Two lions at the Bronx Zoo mauled a man who climbed into their cage. The man received 19 stitches to his head and face.
Action take by Born Free USA:
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