All articles tagged with #zookeeper
A zookeeper was tragically killed and eaten alive by lions at Safari World in Bangkok, Thailand, in front of tourists, prompting a temporary closure of the lion enclosure and an investigation into the incident.
A zookeeper in Thailand was killed by lions at Safari World in Bangkok after violating safety rules, prompting investigations into the zoo's animal possession and safety protocols. The incident, captured by visitors, highlights ongoing risks associated with keeping dangerous wildlife in captivity.
Jack Hanna's family has shared a heartbreaking update on his battle with Alzheimer's disease, stating that his condition has worsened as the degenerative brain disease has progressed. The 77-year-old former zoo director and TV host's family revealed that he continues to decline and exhibits all the symptoms associated with advanced Alzheimer's. Hanna's daughters previously disclosed his diagnosis in 2021, and his wife remains his primary caretaker as his condition deteriorates.
A zookeeper in Austria was killed and another seriously injured after being attacked by a rhino at Salzburg Hellbrunn Zoo. The 33-year-old female zookeeper died at the scene, while a 34-year-old male keeper was injured and underwent emergency surgery. The zoo is home to 150 species and 1,500 animals, including white rhinos. The incident has led to the closure of the zoo for two days.
A baby gorilla named Kaius was saved by a zookeeper in Australia after his father took him from his mother. The zookeeper, Chad Staples, cared for Kaius from birth, even sleeping with him on his chest to provide comfort. After a difficult journey, Kaius has now found an adoptive mother, G-Anne, a 42-year-old female gorilla. The pair will spend time together before Kaius makes his public debut at the zoo. Staples hopes to maintain a bond with Kaius throughout his life.
Celebrity zookeeper Jack Hanna, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2019, no longer remembers most of his own family, according to a report from the Columbus Dispatch. Jack now only remembers his wife Suzi, their dog and his oldest daughter who travels from England to care for him. In 2021, Jack retired from public life due to Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s is the most common type of Dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Jack Hanna, the beloved zookeeper and TV personality, is struggling with Alzheimer's, according to his family. Hanna, who hosted several animal-focused TV shows and served as director of the Columbus Zoo for over 40 years, was diagnosed with the disease in 2019. While still mobile, his family says his mind fails him and they miss who he was each and every moment of the day.