Violet Bear Causes Uproar
In a bid to boost attendance, veterinarians at a zoo near Buenos Aires, Argentina have coloured a polar bear’s fur violet, while claiming to be treating it for skin infection. Animals around the world took to the streets to protest against such inhumane treatment towards their species.
In India, demonstrations turned violent after drivers knocked down protesting elephants. Hundreds of monkeys invaded a tea garden in retaliation, chasing petrified workers and damaging machinery. And in Vancouver, Canada, a man was attacked for protecting a group of ducklings from angry mob.
Police said the situation is now under control and animals are slowly returning back to work at slaughterhouses. Agricultural ministers reassured meat lovers that fresh meat supply was not affected by recent demonstrations.