The incident of a lion biting an official at a zoo in Bangkok, which was later injured and killed by an official, led to tourists being anxious to visit Ubon Ratchathani Zoo to see if the lion would be safe. 

Executives of Ubon Ratchathani ZooMr. Danu Dejchan Hom, Assistant Director of Ubon Ratchathani ZooThe Acting Director of Ubon Ratchathani Zoo has brought the media to see the actual area of operations of the attendants. The strict measures are in place to take care of animals. Ready to operate with safety Ubon Ratchathani Zoo organizes animal displays according to international standards for animal welfare under the standards of the World Association for Zoos and Aquariums (Waza).

The emphasis is on animal care, area management, and traffic safety, while reassuring tourists that animal husbandry is a 100% closed, safe system. All tourists can visit with peace of mind under the strict safety measures of the skilled shepherd staff. There is a clear operational plan with well-trained staff. The show floor is inspected regularly every day for safety. Ubon Ratchathani Zoo also displays lions inside the closed show.There is a separate mode between animals and tourists around the perimeter fence and will bring the lion to the show. During the closed period, the zoo will bring the lion into the confinement for a normal rest every day. Visit Ubon Ratchathani Zoo safely

The zoo staff involved in raising lions are as follows:

Raising Agent Name
Mr. Methakorn Kotrawong Zoo maintenance and management staff

Head of Animal Nourishment
Mr. Wichit Kongkham 

Mr. Veterinarian
Worrawit Chirachaiari Zoo vet

KeeperA total of 4 people cared together.
1. Mr. Methakorn Kotarawong
2. Mr. Visawachart Pangsri
3. Mr. Pongsak Mulsan
4.Mayor Kamphaeng

Lion NameAll 4
A lion named Vigo, Mekong.
Thrilling White Lion, Rice