Cuban zoo celebrates birth of Bengal tigers amid energy crisis
Summary
A Cuban zoo celebrated the birth of four Bengal tiger cubs, including a rare white tiger, despite facing severe fuel shortages and power outages on the island. Zoo workers use limited resources and alternative transport to care for the animals amid an ongoing energy crisis.Key Facts
- Four Bengal tiger cubs, including a rare white tiger, were born at the Cuban national zoo.
- The birth of white tigers in Cuba is very rare; this is only the second time it has happened.
- Cuba faces shortages of fuel, medicine, and power outages lasting several days.
- Zoo staff need 20 liters of diesel fuel daily but only receive 5 liters, limiting their ability to care for animals.
- Workers use horse-drawn carriages and electric tricycles to move around the large zoo.
- The zoo’s animal population has remained stable due to workers’ efforts and help from private businesses.
- Cuba is considering economic reforms that could allow more foreign investment and support for organizations like the zoo.
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