The tigers are sedated and provided with health check-ups before being vaccinated (Photo by Ngoc Hai)
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Quang Binh Province has vaccinated seven Indochinese tigers rescued from illegal wildlife trafficking, as part of ongoing conservation efforts and veterinary training for park staff.
The tigers were originally seized in a 2022 wildlife trafficking case in Nghe An Province. Due to a lack of proper care facilities, they were transferred from Pu Mat National Park to Phong Nha-Ke Bang, where they have since been raised under specialized supervision.
At the time of transfer, each tiger weighed between 56 and 64 kilograms. Since then, they have shown significant growth, with some individuals now weighing more than 150 kilograms.
Between May 19 and 22, all seven tigers were sedated for medical examinations and vaccinations. These procedures are part of a broader initiative to prevent potential disease outbreaks and to strengthen the veterinary skills of staff at the park’s Rescue, Conservation and Creature Development Centre.
During the operation, park staff received training in key wildlife care techniques, including anesthesia administration, post-procedure monitoring and recovery, wound treatment, and basic surgical methods.
The effort reflects Vietnam’s broader commitment to biodiversity conservation and the humane treatment of rescued wildlife.