A Tennessee woman shot a vervet monkey that attempted to attack her, leading to the monkey's euthanasia at the Chattanooga Zoo due to severe injuries. The incident raises concerns about the ownership of exotic pets, as the monkey was found with a collar, suggesting it might have been kept as a pet. Animal advocacy groups highlight the dangers of keeping primates as pets, noting their potential for aggression and the challenges in caring for them.
A vervet monkey was euthanized at the Chattanooga Zoo after being shot by a Soddy-Daisy woman it attacked. The woman, recovering from hip surgery, used a shotgun to defend herself when the monkey approached her while she was feeding her cats. The injured monkey was taken to the zoo by police, where it was determined that euthanasia was the most humane option due to the severity of its injuries. The incident highlights the risks associated with owning exotic pets.
A 37-year-old man in Hong Kong is in critical condition after being attacked by monkeys and testing positive for the B virus, marking the first human case in the city. Authorities are urging the public to avoid contact with wild monkeys and seek medical attention if injured, while investigating the situation.
