Chok Chai
Museum
Chok Chai Museum is a rather bizarre setup which contains a museum and small menagerie belonging to the late farmer and self-proclaimed Thai cowboy Chok Chai. Located in Bangkok's Lam Luk district, it is out of the way for the majority of people. The theme of the small zoo is white, with all animals barring the black leopards being white or albino.
Our visit in July 2020 revealed that Mali the tigress has now been moved to Chok Chai Farm, Pak Chong. The other animals remain. Details and welfare score on this page refer to our 2019 visit.
Overview
5.2
Interactions
Tiger-tourist interactions often involve unnatural behaviors and environments that can lead to welfare issues. If you're looking for ethical and welfare-friendly tiger experiences, avoid places offering interactions.
Welfare Indicators
Nutrition
Clean water provided
Limited diet
Physical Environment
Access to sunlight
Small enclosure size
No pond
No shelter provided
Limited vegetation
Health
Adequate body condition
No signs of pain or injury
Signs of inbreeding
Behavioural Interactions
Some exploratory behaviour observed
No enrichment
No privacy
Lacks complexity
Housed alone
Mental State
Relaxed
Calm
Bored
What we are doing to help
At this time we are raising awareness for the situation of the captive tigers in Thailand through education of the public and through a number of different petitions.
Head to our Petition zone to see how you can help.
