# Animal rescue incidents in Turkey and Bulgaria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/animal-rescue-incidents-in-turkey-and-bulgaria
> Updated: 2026-09-27T13:21:55.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Recent reports highlight separate animal rescue efforts in Turkey and Bulgaria. In the Serik district of Antalya, Turkey, a 12-year-old boy rescued his pet goat from a wildfire that damaged greenhouses, agricultural lands, and homes. 

In Balchik, Bulgaria, a semi-wild goat was rescued after being trapped in a rocky crevice for over 25 days. The operation, led by the Green Balkans Wildlife Rescue Center, involved volunteers and climbers who navigated difficult terrain to save the animal, which had survived on sparse vegetation and roots.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-27: Balchik rescue operation saves semi-wild goat trapped in rocks

Volunteers, climbers, and veterinary students successfully rescued a semi-wild goat that survived for 25 days trapped in a rocky crevice near Balchik, Bulgaria.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/balchik-rescue-operation-saves-semi-wild-goat-trapped-in-rocks

### 2026-09-09: Boy rescues pet goat during Antalya wildfire

A 12-year-old boy in Antalya, Turkey, rescued his smoke-affected pet goat by carrying it on his back to safety during a wildfire in the Serik district.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/boy-rescues-pet-goat-during-antalya-wildfire

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