Beloved African Lioness Killed During Introduction to New Lion at Birmingham Zoo

This is why the biblical figure Daniel was thought to be in grave danger when he was thrown into the lions’ den.

A male African lion killed a lioness at the Birmingham Zoo in 🚀Alabama on Monday.

The lioness, named “Akili,” was being introduced to the lion for the first time.

“Animal introductions are always risky because wild 🐾Animals can be unpredictable and we cannot control their interactions,” said Birmingham Zoo deputy director Hollie Colahan, according to WBRC-TV.

“Unfortunately, Akili sustained serious injuries within the first few minutes of the meeting, and despite immediate intervention … she succumbed to her injuries and died.”

The lioness was born in 2005 and had lived at the Birmingham Zoo since 2007.

The zoo’s CEO, Chris Pfefferkorn, called Akili’s death a loss for those who work at the facility.

“Please keep the amazing team and everyone that worked with Akili in your thoughts as there are no words that can ease the pain of such a spontaneous loss,” Pfefferkorn said.

“We are thankful that so many in the community had a chance to see and experience Akili.”