How many tigers were found at the border?

10 tigers were found in a horse box when their transport attempted to cross the border at Koroszczyn. Sadly during the time they were being investigated, one of the tigers died. The remaining 9 were temporarily taken to Poznan Zoo where they were then allocated to different rehabilitation centres. 5 of the tigers were then transferred to AAP Primadoumus. (Softi, Toph, Sanson, Merida and Aqua) 

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Unfortunately we do not know where Aqua had come from or in fact where he was being transported to. However, the team at AAP believe they were most likely destined to become part of the illegal trafficking of animals and their body parts.

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The team at AAP carefully match their rescue animals to suitable forever homes, in Aqua's case they have been looking for the right home for him that can suit his needs and character as a big cat. Fortunately, Noah's Ark's 'Project Carnivora' incorporates building a rescue habitat that has been designed with Aqua's needs in mind.

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The Zoo is racing to raise £175,000 to build a special rescue tiger habitat.

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Aqua has spent the past 6 years at the renowned animal welfare charity AAP Spain. The team dedicated their time to caring for 5 of the seized tigers, building their trust and confidence. 

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