A West Lothian zoo has revealed that it will be welcoming two lions rescued from Ukraine.
On Monday morning, Five Sisters Zoo stated that a pair of lionesses that were saved from a private owner amidst “heavy bombing” in 2022 would be arriving in Scotland “soon”. The animals, named Luna and Plusza, are currently on their way to the West Lothian attraction.
After being saved in Ukraine, Luna and Plusza were given “urgent medical care” in Kyiv. They were then relocated to a zoo in Poland, before being transported to Belgium.
Taking to Facebook, Five Sisters Zoo commented: “We are excited to share that Luna and Plusza, two four-year-old lionesses rescued from Ukraine, will soon be arriving at Five Sisters Zoo!
“These sisters were evacuated from a private owner in Eastern Ukraine during the heavy bombing of the region in 2022. After receiving urgent medical care at a shelter in Kyiv, they were relocated to Poznan Zoo in Poland before making their way to our friends at Natuurhulpcentrum Opglabbeek in Belgium.
“Thanks to the incredible efforts of many compassionate individuals, Luna and Plusza are now safe and preparing for their upcoming journey to Scotland. We can’t wait to welcome them to FSZ, where they will finally have the permanent home they deserve after such a challenging journey.
“Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to their arrival!”
Since being shared at 9am on Monday morning (October 21), the post has already received more than 1,400 likes. With more than 130 comments, Facebook users were quick to share their thoughts on the news.
One wrote: “Wow you are amazing. Lucky cats, what a home they will have.”
A second posted: “Amazing news can’t wait to meet them. Thanks to everyone involved in rescuing these amazing animals.”
Meanwhile, a third Facebook user commented: “Wow just wow. You are so amazing.
“They will so happy in their new hope. Can’t wait to see their progress.”
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