A desperate plea for survival echoed across Russia this week as a sanctuary in the Moscow region swiftly moved to offer a lifeline to two emaciated and orphaned bear cubs found wandering perilously on the remote Kamchatka Peninsula. The “Pride Land” Lion Park has announced its readiness to cover all expenses to transport the vulnerable youngsters, currently observed near the former Zhironaya base in southern Kamchatka, to safety.
The plight of the cubs came to light after Kamchatka volunteers shared distressing photographs with the sanctuary. Experts at “Pride Land” describe the bears as severely weakened and emaciated, their mother conspicuously absent from their side. Critically, the young animals show no aggression towards humans, even accepting food from outstretched hands, a heartbreaking sign of their desperation and trust.
“They eat from hands, are completely non-aggressive, and already trust people, as if understanding that humans are their last hope,” a representative from “Pride Land” stated. The sanctuary emphasized the immediate need for action, confirming plans to contact relevant authorities urgently to expedite their rescue. “We very much hope that the cubs will await help, and that from now on, only those people who will assist them will cross their path,” the statement added, underscoring the critical window for intervention.
Demonstrating a profound commitment to wildlife welfare, “Pride Land,” which already shelters several other rescued Kamchatka bears, is prepared to bear all costs associated with the rescue operation. This includes travel expenses, the purchase of specialized cages, and ensuring the cubs receive all necessary provisions for their journey and subsequent care.
For the sanctuary, however, financial considerations are secondary to the primary goal: ensuring the cubs’ survival. “Right now, money is the least of our concerns. The main thing is that they remain alive and are not ‘liquidated’,” the park stressed, highlighting the grim reality that orphaned or habituated wild animals sometimes face. “These little ones certainly have done nothing wrong to anyone,” the statement concluded, appealing to the inherent innocence of the creatures.
The “Pride Land” Lion Park is located in the Klin district of the Moscow region, specifically in the village of Kuznetsovo. Spanning five hectares, the facility is thoughtfully divided into various zones designed to accommodate different species, providing a safe and nurturing environment for animals in distress.