On December 27th 2014 a video of a lion hugging a tourist at Taigan Lion Park in Krymsk Russia went viral. The video was captured by the tourist’s wife who was also at the park. The lion named Filya can be seen in the video wrapping her arms around the tourist and giving him a big hug.
The tourist who has not been identified is a middle-aged man from the United Arab Emirates. He and his family were visiting the park as part of a vacation in the region. In an interview with The National the man said that he had always wanted to pet a lion and that he was not afraid when Filya hugged him.
The video of the lion hugging the tourist has been viewed over 2.5 million times on YouTube. It has also been shared widely on social media with many people commenting on how adorable the video is.
Taigan Lion Park is a privately-owned wildlife park in Krymsk Russia. The park is home to a variety of animals including lions tigers bears ostriches and primates. Visitors to the park can purchase food to feed the animals and can also pet and photograph them.
The park has been criticized by animal rights activists for its treatment of animals. In 2013 a video surfaced of a lioness at the park being abused by a park employee. The employee was later fired. In 2014 another video emerged of a lion being hit with a stick by a park employee. The park has also been accused of housing animals in small cramped cages.
Despite the criticism the park remains popular with tourists. It is one of the only places in Russia where visitors can interact with lions.
If you’re looking for an up-close and personal encounter with lions Taigan Lion Park in Krymsk Russia is the place to go. Just be aware of the controversy surrounding the park before you visit.
1.
What is the name of the park where the lions hug tourists?
Taigan Lion Park
2.
Where is Taigan Lion Park located?
The park is located in Crimea
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What is the founder of Taigan Lion Park?
Oleg Zubkov is the founder of the park
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How many lions are currently living in the park?
70
5.
What is the primary diet of the lions at the park?
The primary diet of the lions consists of chicken beef and mutton
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How often are the lions fed?
The lions are fed 2-3 times a day
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How much meat does each lion eat per day?
Each lion eats approximately 10 kg of meat per day
8.
What is the average lifespan of a lion in captivity?
The average lifespan of a lion in captivity is 20 years
9.
What is the average lifespan of a lion in the wild?
The average lifespan of a lion in the wild is 10-15 years
10.
What is the primary cause of death for lions in captivity?
The primary cause of death for lions in captivity is heart disease
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What is the primary cause of death for lions in the wild?
The primary cause of death for lions in the wild is starvation
12.
What is the average litter size for a lioness?
The average litter size for a lioness is 3-5 cubs
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How often do lionesses give birth?
Lionesses give birth every 2-3 years
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What is the average gestation period for a lioness?
The average gestation period for a lioness is 110 days
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How long do cubs stay with their mothers?
Cubs stay with their mothers for 18-24 months
