Etawah (Uttar Pradesh): Two lionesses have tested positive for COVID-19 at Etawah Safari Park in Uttar Pradesh, the authorities confirmed on Friday. A statement issued by the office of Director of Etawah Safari stated that the two lionesses have tested positive for coronavirus and their treatment has begun as advised by experts.
However, the condition of both animals was stable as of 7 pm yesterday. According to Etawah Lion Safari authorities, around 9-year-old Lioness Jennifer and around 4-year-old Gauri were found in high temperatures with 104 to 105 degrees Celsius on April 30.
On May 3 and 5, the authorities sent samples of the lioness to the Indian Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI) for the test.
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