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The Cincinnati Zoo's bonobo troop is off habitat due to an outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a respiratory illness related to RSV. The troop is being closely monitored and cared for by zoo staff, receiving supportive treatments like electrolyte drinks and nebulizer sessions. The outbreak follows reports of food being thrown into their habitat, which zoo officials advise against to prevent such incidents.
Police in Cincinnati investigated a reported tiger sighting near the University of Cincinnati but found no evidence of a tiger. The Cincinnati Zoo confirmed that all its tigers are accounted for and safe. Residents were advised to avoid the area during the search.
Police conducted an extensive search around the Cincinnati Zoo and nearby areas early Monday morning after multiple reports of a tiger sighting. Despite the credible witness accounts, the Cincinnati Zoo confirmed that both of their tigers are accounted for and in their enclosures. The search has since wound down, and no tiger has been found.
Cincinnati police conducted an early morning search for a tiger after two reported sightings near the Cincinnati Zoo and University of Cincinnati, but no tiger was found. Both zoo tigers were confirmed to be safe, and the search was called off around 4:45 a.m.
A 3-year-old bonobo named Amali has died at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden due to a respiratory syntactical virus (RSV) outbreak within the bonobo troop. Bonobo babies are highly susceptible to RSV and secondary infections. The zoo did not disclose the number of affected bonobos but stated that the troop is showing signs of recovery.
The Cincinnati Zoo is mourning the loss of a three-year-old bonobo named Amali, who passed away due to an RSV infection outbreak within the bonobo troop. Bonobos are highly susceptible to RSV and its accompanying secondary infections. The zoo is treating other bonobos with symptoms while allowing the troop to grieve and say their final goodbyes. Amali's keepers remember her as a small but mighty bonobo with a huge personality, and they encourage others to celebrate her life and support bonobo conservation efforts.
Scientists at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden have conducted a three-year study that used anti-Mullerian hormone (AMH) gene therapy to prevent pregnancy in female cats. The treatment, administered as a single injection, raises AMH levels, which prevent pregnancy. The study observed six female cats who were given the AMH gene therapy treatment and three female cats who were not. None of the treated cats became pregnant and, after three years, did not show any negative side effects. This is the first non-surgical permanent option for female cats and could eliminate the need for spaying.