Zoo operators have until August to meet guidelines


SEPANG: Zoos and wildlife sanctuaries have until August to clean up their act or face closure.

Natural Resources and Environment Minister Datuk Seri Douglas Uggah Embas said new guidelines for zoos were imposed in February and those that did not meet the guidelines on the treatment of animals would have to shut down.

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