Darwin zoo volunteer mauled by lion - Ninemsn

A man has been attacked by a lion at a Darwin animal park after he reportedly reached his arm into the cage.

Nine News has been told the lion grabbed volunteer Peter Davidson, 42, on the arm at Crocodylus Park as he was being shown weeds that needed to be sprayed.

The NT News reported that muscle was torn from the bone of Mr Davidson's arm and will undergo surgery.

Keepers applied a tourniquet to his arm to stop the blood from flowing. It is understood he is able to move his fingers and is currently in a stable condition.

Crocodylus Park specialises mostly in reptiles like crocodiles, but also features big cats like lions and tigers.

It is the first lion attack at the park in 15 years.

The park's management say they are happy with their procedures and security but will review them as a precaution.

Management satisfied with procedures/security but will review as a precaution.

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