Ubon Ratchathani Zoo
Overview
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Ubon Ratchathani Zoo is one of the seven facilities run by the Zoological Park Organisation (ZPO) of Thailand. As such it has much better welfare standards than most facilities in the country. There were numerous other animals in the zoo and each of these also had large species-specific enclosures. A particular highlight was to see a lioness with her 6 month old cubs running with her through the enclosure and also a large gibbon island.
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
Large enclosure size
Lots of shelter and shade
Lots of vegetation
Range of substrate
No pond
Solitary housing
Health
No obvious injuries
No signs of pain
Good body condition
Signs of inbreeding
Behavioural Interactions
Complex environment
Natural noise
Range of positive bheaviours
Positive tiger interactions
Privacy provided
No enrichment
Mental State
Sociable
Calm
Relaxed
Bored
Nervous
Tense
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.
