Chiang Mai Zoo
Chiang Mai Zoo, located in the city, is one of eight zoos run by the Zoological Parks Association (ZPO) across Thailand. Each of them maintains a welfare standard much higher than that of any other facility in the country, including those run by the Department of National Parks (DNP). Funded by the Crown, these facilities are the standard against which all others in Thailand should be measured and offer the most species-appropriate environments for the animals in their care.
In the last few years, the tiger enclosure here has seen a revamp. Unfortunately, this change is not an upgrade. The new enclosure is severely lacking resulting in a worse living environment for the tiger.
Overview
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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
Water provided
N/a
Physical Environment
Access to sunlight
Some vegetation
Pond provided
Adequate enclosure size
Solitary housing
Limited shelter
Health
Not declawed
Signs of pain
Underweight
Behavioural Interactions
Some enrichment
Limited complexity
High levels of abnormal repetitive behaviour
Unable to interact with other tigers
Limited privacy
Mental State
N/a
Bored
Tense
Frustrated
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.