Esquivel highlights protection for the elephant Ely

The Second Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice of the Nation ( SCJN ), under the leadership of Minister Yasmín Esquivel Mossa , issued a historic resolution that emphasizes the role of zoos as spaces for animal protection and points out the obligation of the authorities to guarantee their well-being and dignified treatment.

The ruling comes amid the controversy surrounding Ely the elephant , a resident of the San Juan de Aragón Zoo, whose situation has raised concerns about her health and living conditions.

Minister Esquivel insisted on the urgency of resolving this case

Since February 12 , Minister Esquivel insisted on the urgency of resolving this case, which happened today in the Plenary Session of the Second Chamber.

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The ruling now explains that zoos, far from being mere exhibition spaces, must function as sanctuaries that guarantee the safety and well-being of the animals they protect, recognizing that animal protection is a shared responsibility.

In this sense, all the authorities designated as responsible, within the scope of their respective powers and attributions, are obliged to protect and guarantee a healthy environment, hence they are involved in the acts related to the surveillance, control and monitoring of the health, well-being, physical and behavioral development of the specimens housed in the zoos of Mexico City , specifically with the elephant Ely.

The Second Chamber's decision represents a significant step towards a conservation model that prioritizes the dignity and quality of life of animals, driving a change in the way zoos operate in Mexico.

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This ruling not only protects Ely, but also sets an important precedent for zoo legislation and regulation in the country, promoting a future where respect for captive wildlife is a priority on the national agenda.