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Edinburgh Zoo's £2,000 Tiger Feeding Sparks Controversy

1/18/2025

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For £2,000, Edinburgh Zoo invites thrill-seekers to an unforgettable adventure, feeding Sumatran tigers Dharma and Lucu through a wire fence. The "Build Your Own Wild Experience" promises lunch and close encounters with diverse wildlife. However, critics voice concerns over animal exploitation and the safety of both visitors and the majestic creatures.

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For £2,000, Edinburgh Zoo invites thrill-seekers to an unforgettable adventure, feeding Sumatran tigers Dharma and Lucu through a wire fence. The "Build Your Own Wild Experience" promises lunch and close encounters with diverse wildlife. However, critics voice concerns over animal exploitation and the safety of both visitors and the majestic creatures.