An African lion which made Somerset his home more than a decade ago has died. Masai the African Lion, who arrived at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in Wraxall 13 years ago, died at the end of last week after a short illness.
Masai had been undergoing treatment from veterinary specialists but was not responding to treatment. As he became more unwell, a decision was made to put him to sleep.
A spokesman for Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm said: “We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Masai, our male African Lion. After a relatively short period displaying illness and undergoing veterinary care, it was sadly clear that Masai was not responding to treatment.
