24.10.2025 10:30
In the wild, male lions leave the pride to avoid mating with their mothers and sisters, while in zoos, inbreeding can lead to serious physical deformities in lions.
In the wild, male lions leave the pride to avoid mating with their mothers and sisters. However, in zoos, due to the disruption of natural balance, inbreeding can occur. According to experts, this situation leads to serious genetic and physical disorders in animals.
WHEN NATURAL BALANCE IS DISRUPTED, RISK INCREASES
In the wild, lions separate from their prides when they reach a certain age to maintain genetic diversity. This natural process prevents mating among individuals with blood ties. However, keeping lions from the same family together in zoos can hinder this natural separation, leading to genetic deformities.
NATURAL BEHAVIORS ARE BEING PREVENTED
According to veterinary biologists, offspring born as a result of inbreeding can exhibit permanent disorders such as skeletal deformities, vision and hearing loss, and nervous system problems. Experts emphasize that zoos should plan their breeding programs in accordance with natural behaviors.
GENETIC DIVERSITY MUST BE PROTECTED
Animal rights advocates also demand the use of international gene pools and stricter breeding controls to prevent such situations in zoos. Experts state that these measures are critical for both animal health and the long-term conservation of species.