Zoo Mishaps: Questions Arise Over Quarantine Protocols

A female wolf from Patna Zoo died at Delhi Zoo, sparking concerns over quarantine protocols. The wolf had a hind limb fracture and was under veterinary care. Delhi Zoo, which has reported multiple animal deaths recently, faces scrutiny over adherence to animal exchange guidelines.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 18-04-2026 17:46 IST | Created: 18-04-2026 17:46 IST
Zoo Mishaps: Questions Arise Over Quarantine Protocols
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A female wolf, transported from Patna Zoo, has died at Delhi's National Zoological Park, raising serious concerns about compliance with quarantine protocols, sources reveal.

The wolf, reportedly suffering a hind limb fracture during transit, was under veterinary observation before her death on Thursday, a source informed PTI.

This incident adds to a string of animal deaths at Delhi Zoo, triggering a closer examination of quarantine practices during animal exchanges.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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