Wild Animals

In the Shikun Vatikim neighborhood of Ramat Gan, jackal sightings have become frequent. Following an attack on a pet, residents are expressing serious concerns for the safety of their children.

Two lions, "Ben Tzur" and "Uri", found in 2025 after being held and traded illegally, were transferred in a complex operation without anesthesia to the ADI sanctuary for big cats in South Africa. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority and the Hai Park Motzkin accompanied the two on their journey, and the mother of Staff Sergeant Uri Gerbi, of blessed memory, for whom the lion is named, came to say...

With 63 cases of rabies identified in animals since the start of the year, the Ministry of Health warns that the trend is worsening. As the disease spreads into central regions, officials urge the public to remain vigilant and stop feeding wild animals. Prof. Sigal Sadetzki warns: "Without public cooperation, we cannot overcome this challenge."

Residents of a Tel Aviv apartment building are living in fear as a pack of jackals roams their courtyard. The municipality has responded to complaints by shifting the responsibility onto the tenants.