Songkla Zoo
Overview
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Songkla Zoo is one of seven facilties run by the Zoological Park Organisation (ZPO). This facility is located in Songkla near Hat Yai in one of the southern provinces. The zoo contains a wide variety of different species, each with their own large, species-specific enclosure. Animals around the zoo all appeared at ease, comfortable in their surroundings. The tigers, at least some of them, were Indo-Chinese and appear to be in a breeding programme - staff informed researchers on the first visit that there were 14 Indo-Chinese tigers. However, the second enclosure holds a female white Bengal tiger, which does go against conservation beliefs.
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
Varied diet
N/a
Physical Environment
Large pond
Plenty of shelter
Range of substrates
Lots of vegetation
Large enclosure size
Housed in pairs
N/a
Health
No signs of pain
Good body condition
Some small injuries
Behavioural Interactions
Complex environment
Natural noise
Some foraging behaviour
No enrichment
Mental State
Sociable
Relaxed
Calm
Curious
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.