Thailand's captive lion population has exploded in recent years, with nearly 500 registered in zoos, breeding farms, petting cafes and homes in the country where ownership of the big cat is legal. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/07/29/asia-pacific/society/thailand-pet-lion-problem/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #asiapacific #society #lions #thailand #pets #animalwelfare #southeastasia