Circo Fantasy has set up tent at Blata l-Bajda, and its officials insisted this morning that its animals are well cared for.
The circus arrived from Italy yesterday, accompanied by a vet who supervised the welfare of the animals.
Local representatives Silvio Zammit of JS Promotions took journalists to see the animals and said a Maltese government vet had also certified that they were in good health. Mr Zammit said the circus performed regularly in Italy and abided by Italian and EU regulations on care of the animals.
The circus is to present two shows daily from this Thursday. Its performances will feature some 60 animals including tigers, alligators and horses.
The show also includes some 40 artistes including acrobats, trapeze artists and clowns.
Performances will be held in a 1,200-seat tent.