An activist has condemned the use of wild animals in circus shows, saying it was simply wild animal exploitation covered by fancy attractions, and should be banned in the country.
The death of a Bengali tiger used in Oriental Circus Indonesia’s show in Asahan regency, North Sumatra several months ago exposed the excessive exploitation of animals and lack of consideration for their health, Program Director at the wildlife watch dog Scorpion Indonesia Gunung Gea said.
The use of tigers in circus, for illustration.