Buenos Aires zoo releases sea lions after rehabilitation
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Staff at the Buenos Aires City Ecopark in Argentina released two South American sea lions back into the ocean after they recovered from injuries.
Civil Defense rescued the animals from the Costanera Sur Ecological Reserve and the Fisherman’s Club, then brought them to the Ecopark’s Wildlife Rescue Center. Veterinarians and caretakers at the center provided care and rehabilitation to the sea lions. After their recovery, the Ecopark transported the sea lions 340 kilometers to their natural habitat.
The Ecopark routinely rescues native wildlife, including hawks, owls, lizards, and weasels, to provide veterinary attention and rehabilitation before releasing them back into the wild when possible. The center follows a standard process for rescued animals, beginning with a visual and clinical evaluation. Rehabilitation then focuses on treating illnesses or restoring natural behaviors. Finally, staff transfer the animal to a suitable release site, usually a natural reserve.
