Lions rescued from war zone in Ukraine arrive at their new home in Scotland

The two lionesses that were rescued from a conflict zone in Ukraine The two lionesses that were rescued from a conflict zone in Ukraine
The two lionesses that were rescued from a conflict zone in Ukraine | Five Sisters Zoo/PA Wire
Luna and Plusza, both aged four, arrived at the Five Sisters Zoo this week

Two lionesses which were rescued from a conflict zone in Ukraine have arrived at their new home in Scotland.

Luna and Plusza, both aged four, arrived at the Five Sisters Zoo, West Calder, West Lothian, on Wednesday night.

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The lionesses were rescued from an area affected by heavy shelling in eastern Ukraine in 2022, before being moved through Kyiv, Poland, and Belgium to reach the safety of Scotland.

Zoo officials said their purpose-built habitat offers the space and peace they need to recover and thrive after their challenging journey, marking a milestone in the zoo’s history of animal welfare and rehabilitation.

Gary Curran, head of carnivores at Five Sisters Zoo, said: “The safe arrival of Luna and Plusza underscores our commitment to givinglionsa second chance at life.

“Our team is ready to provide the care and support they need to live out their lives in peace, just as we have done for others before them.”

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This rescue continues the legacy started in October 2015, when the zoo welcomed fourlionsfrom a life of suffering in a travelling circus.

For updates on Luna and Plusza and information on how to support Five Sisters Zoo’s rescue efforts, visit www.fivesisterszoo.co.uk

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