Exotic animals kept as pets by drug lords in Mexico are being rescued from the crossfire of a deadly battle between cartels. The animals are being transported to a safer location to escape the violence and threats they face in Culiacan.
Key Points
Exotic animals kept as pets by drug lords in a sanctuary in Culiacan
Violence and warfare between Sinaloa Cartel factions endangering the animals
Sanctuary staff relocating animals to a safer wildlife reserve in Mazatlan
Pros
Rescue of animals from dangerous and violent environment
Efforts to provide a better future for the animals