Former Auckland Zoo vet says moving elephants comes down to money
4 May, 2021 02:02 AM
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Auckland Zoo Director Kevin Buley talks about the 'heartbreaking decision'. Video / Dean Purcell / Auckland Zoo
Auckland Zoo Director Kevin Buley talks about the 'heartbreaking decision'. Video / Dean Purcell / Auckland Zoo
A vet who dedicated years to caring for the elephants at Auckland Zoo says the decision to move its two female elephants Burma and Anjalee boils down to a lack of money.
But Auckland Zoo
director Kevin Buley is adamant the decision has nothing to do with saving money and is entirely motivated by animal welfare.