Robert Lapis
Robert Lapis is a conservationist and co-founder of the Liberty Bear Sanctuary in Romania, a refuge dedicated to providing a safe haven for bears and other animals rescued from exploitation and abuse. His initiative, born out of a deep love for nature and animals, aims to create a peaceful environment for bears, many of whom have been saved from dire conditions such as captivity in circuses or being kept in cages for entertainment. The sanctuary spans approximately 100 hectares of forest, allowing the bears to live in a more natural and expansive setting compared to typical zoos. Lapis' work has garnered attention for advocating animal rights and raising awareness about the plight of captive bears, making him a significant figure in the animal welfare movement.
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Robert Lapis, along with his wife Cristina, committed to protecting bears after their encounter with Maya.
Il santuario degli orsi in Romania: «Ecco come li salviamo». Le regole per le visite, i tunnel sotterranei, le piscine, il gelato di frutta e miele
Italy· 2025-07-21
Robert Lapis co-founded the Liberty Bear sanctuary in Romania to provide peace for bears exploited by humans.
Trasferita in Germania l'orsa Jj4, che aggredì Andrea Papi. Brambilla: «Come al solito Fugatti non ascolta nessuno». Sfuma l'ipotesi del «santuario» in RomaniaItaly· 2025-07-21
