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Miami Zoo Owned by Former Drug Kingpin Faces Animal Welfare Violations

30 Mayıs 2026The Guardian

A Miami zoo owned by Mario Tabraue, a former drug kingpin featured in the Netflix documentary 'Tiger King', is facing serious animal welfare violations. An endangered clouded leopard had to have a leg amputated, and a capybara died due to failed breeding attempts.
A recent federal inspection revealed numerous other infractions, including unsafe housing conditions and contaminated food and water for the animals.
Mario Tabraue's zoo has been under scrutiny for years, particularly after his appearance in 'Tiger King', which brought attention to the often murky world of private zoos. The federal inspection findings reflect a broader issue within the industry regarding compliance with animal welfare standards and the treatment…
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This article is based on reports from The Guardian and reflects the findings of federal wildlife inspectors at the time of publication.