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​From elephants to lions, animals from Mexico flee cartel violence​

Last updated on - May 21, 2025, 10:42 IST
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Lion awaits relocation at Ostok Sanctuary

A lion sits calmly inside a cage, awaiting transport to a new home in Mazatlán, Sinaloa state. The animal is one of many being relocated from the Ostok Sanctuary on the outskirts of Culiacán, Mexico, as part of a large-scale animal transfer operation.
Photo: AP

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Emus in transit from Culiacán to Mazatlán

A group of emus rests inside a truck as they are transported from the Ostok Sanctuary near Culiacán to a facility in Mazatlán, Sinaloa state. The move aims to improve living conditions for the sanctuary's diverse animal residents.
Photo: AP​

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Cooling Off: Elephant gets a refreshing spray

A staff member hoses down an elephant at the Ostok Sanctuary to help it cope with the heat during preparations for relocation. The animal refuge, located outside Culiacán, is in the process of transferring several animals to Mazatlán.
Photo: AP​

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Lioness prepped for journey to new home

​Sanctuary staff carefully prepare a lioness for transport from Ostok Sanctuary to Mazatlán, Sinaloa. The move is part of an effort to provide improved habitats and veterinary care for the animals.

Photo: AP

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On the move: Sanctuary staff organize animal transport

​Trucks are loaded with animals by Ostok Sanctuary staff as they prepare for the journey from the outskirts of Culiacán to new facilities in Mazatlán. The large-scale relocation involves various species, including big cats and birds.
Photo: AP​

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Elephant stands ready for transport

An elephant waits inside a large transport trailer at the Ostok Sanctuary, just outside Culiacán, on Monday. The sanctuary is relocating animals to Mazatlán to ensure better care and facilities.

Photo: AP

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Jaguar carefully carried into transport cage

Staff members gently carry a jaguar secured in a transport cage as part of the animal’s relocation from Ostok Sanctuary in Culiacán to a new habitat in Mazatlán. The effort highlights the sanctuary’s commitment to animal welfare.
Photo: AP​

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Lioness gazes from inside transport cage

A lioness peers out from her transport cage at the Ostok Sanctuary as she awaits relocation. The sanctuary, located near Culiacán, is transferring many of its animals to Mazatlán for improved care.
Photo: AP​

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Sanctuary staff load trucks for major animal relocation

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Staff members at the Ostok Sanctuary work to load various animals into trucks, preparing for their transfer from Culiacán to Mazatlán, Sinaloa. The move is part of a broader initiative to enhance animal living conditions.
Photo: AP

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