Reuters: Two lions rescued from circuses in Colombia and brought to a South African refuge in April have died, the organization that arranged the rescue and airlift operation said on its website.
Animal Defenders International (ADI) said the lions died from a botulism toxin to which most lions are resistant. Other cats in the group were also exposed to the toxin but responded positively to treatment.
"It is with great sadness that Emoya Big Cat Sanctuary and Animal Defenders International announce the...