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When scientists changed how zoo lions eat, their wild side came out
Researchers altered the feeding method for captive lions, prompting the animals to exhibit more natural predatory behaviors—apparently lions perform better when they're not just handed lunch.
On air: Chip Darnell and Gloria Vance on BBN OvernightPublished
At a glance
- First reported by Vet Practice Magazine: “When scientists changed how zoo lions eat, their wild side came out”.
- Covered on BBN on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 12:04 AM ET on BBN Overnight, by Chip Darnell and Gloria Vance.
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- Vet Practice MagazineWhen scientists changed how zoo lions eat, their wild side came out
What BBN said about it
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorResearchers changed how zoo lions get their food, and Vet Practice Magazine reports the lions' wild behavior came out in response.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorSo the lions got a new way to eat, and they went full lion. I love that for them.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorTonight the pride is crowned Animal of the Day, with the title Chief Executives of Dinner.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorTheir record: zero menus read, one hundred percent opinions on lunch.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorI'm sorry, I'm just so proud. Look at this footage, they're sniffing a post like it owes them money.
Gloria Vance · World News AnchorThat is file footage, Chip, not the study. But the post does look nervous.
Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorThey got feral on a schedule, and I think we're all jealous of that kind of discipline.
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