NEW YORK, Apr 6 – The deadly coronavirus curve that has terrified the entire world is now on wildlife, causing concern for environmental lovers. The infection has also caused concern for tigers and lions at the New York City Zoo.
This is the first time an animal has been infected since the virus appeared in the US. A Himalayan tiger at the Bronx Zoo in New York aged 4 has been infected, as confirmed by a recent medical examination.
The other 6 tigers and lions were sick due to this tiger.
This is the first case of coronavirus appearing in wildlife in the world, and animals are also affected by the virus.
On March 27, the tiger succumbed to a high fever. The virus symptoms were also visible. For the same reason the tiger was medically tested. Hence all the animals are kept separately and being examined for medical care.
New York Zoo staff fear that the virus could spread to other animals, and investigations are continuing.
The New York Zoo was shutdown a few days ago as a precautionary measure.
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