Karachi Zoo's Golden Tabby Tiger dies at 21

City News Mar, 3 2023
Karachi Zoo's Golden Tabby Tiger dies at 21
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KARACHI: Karachi Zoo lost its Golden Tabby Tiger most probably due to cardiac arrest. "Tiger named Alfied was 21 years old and died of natural reasons," said Ali Hassan Sajid, spokesperson for Karachi Metropolitan Corporation.

Tiger, subspecies of Bengal Tiger was found dead in its cage in morning. When it comes to life expectancy, tigers usually live around 20 to 26 years in captivity.

According to sources, tiger was not well for a while and was unable to move on its own and veterinaries at zoo's panel were doing their best to keep animal in good health.

According to Sajid, tiger was transferred from Safari Park to Karachi Zoo in 2013.

Published in The Daily National Courier, March, 03 2023

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