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Death of KivĆŗ the lion unleashes blame game

Following KivĆŗ's death, many people turned to FUNDAZOOā€™s facebook profile blaming the organization for keeping the lion in his metal cage during most of his life.

KivĆŗ, Costa Rica’s beloved lion, dies at 18

KivĆŗ, the beloved lion whose living conditions at the SimĆ³n BolĆ­var Zoo in San JosĆ© were the subject of fierce debate, died from complications related to chronic kidney disease.

KivĆŗ’s health condition worsens; officials evaluate options

A final recommendation on the lionā€™s fate will be announced Thursday to the Ministers of Environment, and Agriculture and Livestock, followed by a public announcement.

KivĆŗ the lion faces health complications from kidney disease

Laboratory tests conducted on the lion last month showed symptoms of chronic kidney disease. Results are now under evaluation in a laboratory in the United States.

KivĆŗ the lion recovers at his new home

KivĆŗ has been behaving normally as he recovers from anesthesia; he drank water and ate beef, chicken and innards.

Environment officials move KivĆŗ the lion to a new home

KivĆŗā€™s new home itā€™s a 300-square-meter (some 3,300 square feet) area away from visitors and surrounded by nature.

Officials demand the removal of KivĆŗ the lion from public display

Environment Minister Ɖdgar GutiĆ©rrez confirmed that the government has received three requests from organizations willing to provide KivĆŗ with a new home and finally get him out of his cage for good.

Zoo administrator fights to avoid relocating KivĆŗ the lion

Officials of the FundaciĆ³n Pro ZoolĆ³gicos, the administrator of the SimĆ³n BolĆ­var Zoo, announced that they will launch a fundraiser to build a new space for KivĆŗ the lion at his current home in downtown San JosĆ©.

Ministries confirm relocation orders for KivĆŗ the lion

Officials from the Environment and Agriculture ministries said their ruling on KivĆŗ is final and that no further appeals will be considered.

Lion at San JosƩ zoo needs a better home, agencies order

A report from a recent inspection ordered the lion to be moved to a new, bigger space that should resemble an African Savannah with trees, plants, a pond and trails.

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