All articles tagged with #zoo
Originally Published 17 hours ago — by Futurism
A tiny Reeves’s muntjac deer at Wroclaw Zoo in Poland bravely confronts a much larger female rhinoceros in a viral video, showcasing an amusing David vs. Goliath scenario where the small deer appears to come out on top, highlighting the playful and surprising interactions between different species in captivity.
Originally Published 15 days ago — by The Washington Post
Gretchen Mogensen, owner of a roadside zoo in Virginia, is serving a 100-day jail sentence for refusing to disclose the whereabouts of two missing baby giraffes, drawing attention from celebrities like Alicia Silverstone and raising concerns about animal treatment.
Originally Published 1 month ago — by The Mirror
A man with suspected mental health issues died after he scaled a 20-foot wall to enter a Brazilian zoo and was attacked by a lioness named Leona, who was not euthanized and remains under care. The zoo closed following the incident, and investigations are ongoing.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The New York Times
Ryan Easley, a tiger handler linked to Joe Exotic, was fatally mauled by a tiger at his family-run zoo in Oklahoma during a show, highlighting the dangers of wild animal entertainment. The incident raises concerns about animal safety and the risks associated with private zoos and exotic animal handling.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
A handler at Growler Pines Tiger Preserve in Oklahoma was fatally mauled by a tiger he owned, highlighting the dangers of human-wildlife interactions and raising concerns about big cat captivity, especially given the handler's connections to controversial figures like Joe Exotic.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Euronews.com
A Danish zoo has appealed for donations of small animals like guinea pigs, rabbits, chickens, and horses to feed its predators, sparking debate over the ethics of using healthy pets as prey. The zoo claims this practice promotes natural behavior and nutrition for its carnivores, though it has faced criticism from animal rights advocates.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by NBC News
A Danish zoo, Aalborg Zoo, called for unwanted pets to be donated and euthanized to feed its predators, sparking online criticism and debate over animal welfare and ethical concerns.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
A Denmark zoo, Aalborg Zoo, has requested public donations of pets like chickens, rabbits, and guinea pigs to feed its predators, citing natural food chain practices, which has sparked online controversy. The zoo also accepts larger animals such as horses, which are euthanized and used as food, with owners able to receive tax deductions. This practice is not new in Denmark, with past incidents at other zoos also involving feeding animals to predators.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by The New York Times
A Danish zoo, Aalborg Zoo, is requesting pet owners to donate animals nearing end of life to be used as food for its predators, aiming to mimic natural food chains, which has sparked controversy and mixed reactions.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
Aalborg Zoo in Denmark is requesting the public to donate unwanted pets like chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs, and horses to feed its predators, aiming to mimic the natural food chain and provide a natural diet for animals such as lynxes, lions, and tigers. Donors can receive tax benefits for horse donations, and the practice is common and appreciated in Denmark.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by PBS
A Danish zoo is requesting small pet donations, such as guinea pigs, rabbits, and chickens, to serve as food for its predators, aiming to mimic natural food chains and promote animal welfare, with animals being gently euthanized before use as fodder.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CBS News
Aalborg Zoo in Denmark is requesting public donations of unwanted small pets and horses to feed its predators, emphasizing the importance of natural diets and animal welfare, with animals being euthanized humanely before use as food. Donors can receive tax deductions, and the zoo has specific guidelines for horse donations.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ABC News
A Danish zoo is requesting donations of small pets like guinea pigs, rabbits, and chickens to serve as food for its predators, aiming to mimic natural diets and promote animal welfare, with animals being gently euthanized by trained staff before use as fodder.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Indian Defence Review
Motty was the world's rarest elephant, a hybrid between an African and an Asian elephant born at Chester Zoo in 1978. His brief life ended just 10 days after birth due to health complications, but his existence provided valuable insights into interspecies hybridization and genetics. His case remains unique, highlighting the complexities and rarity of such hybrid animals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WHIO
A 2-year-old female western lowland gorilla named Eyare was killed at the Calgary Zoo due to a human error when a caretaker mistakenly activated the wrong door, causing fatal injuries. The zoo is implementing corrective measures, including training gorillas to maintain a safe distance from doors and improving staff training. The responsible caretaker has been removed from duty and will undergo additional training. Eyare's death has deeply affected the community, and the zoo is committed to preventing similar incidents in the future.