Investigation Underway After 72 Tigers Die at Chiang Mai Tourist Parks

At least 72 tigers died between February 8 and 19 at two Tiger Kingdom facilities in Chiang Mai, Thailand, representing nearly 30% of the park's tiger population. Preliminary tests detected canine distemper virus (CDV), a contagious disease affecting animals, with no evidence of human infection. Authorities have closed the park for disinfection and vaccination, buried the deceased tigers to prevent illegal use, and are investigating the outbreak's origin while monitoring staff as a precaution.