A circus lion named Mufasa endured a life of captivity for two decades. Confined to the back of a pickup truck, he lived in harsh conditions as part of a traveling circus in Peru. Despite his suffering, his life took a hopeful turn when he was rescued by Animal Defenders International in 2015.

Mufasa’s plight highlights the ongoing mistreatment of animals in entertainment venues like circuses and zoos. Many animals still endure neglect, abuse, and confinement in inadequate spaces, unable to live fulfilling lives….