Archive · 31 Jul 2025
Blondie the Lion Killed by Trophy Hunter in Zimbabwe Sparks Outrage
Blondie, a famous lion, was killed in Zimbabwe by a trophy hunter.
The hunter paid to kill Blondie, who was lured outside a protected area.
Scientists from Oxford University were studying Blondie.
This has upset many people because it reminds them of another lion, Cecil, who was also killed.
People are angry that a lion was killed, especially since it was part of a scientific study.
Some people think it is wrong to hunt animals for fun.
Blondie, a collared male lion studied by Oxford University, was killed by a trophy hunter.
The lion was lured out of Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe to a hunting area.
The hunt was reportedly organized by a professional hunter and the trophy hunter paid $46,000.
Blondie's death has sparked outrage, reminiscent of the killing of Cecil the lion.
The hunting of lions under six years of age is prohibited in Zimbabwe.
- Who
- A trophy hunter.
- What
- Blondie, a lion, was killed by a trophy hunter.
- When
- Last month
- Where
- Outside Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe.
- Why
- For trophy hunting purposes.
Conservationists & Animal Rights Activists
Trophy Hunters & Supporters
Ethics of Trophy Hunting
Conservationists & Animal Rights Activists
Trophy hunting is unethical and leads to the loss of iconic animals.
Trophy Hunters & Supporters
Trophy hunting is a legal activity that helps manage wildlife populations.
- Lion's Name
- Blondie
- Age
- 5 years old
- Location
- Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
- Study
- Oxford University
- Amount paid for the hunt
- $46,000