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CBC
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
A 20th birthday celebration for bear brothers at the Saskatoon Forestry Farm and Zoo
The Saskatoon Forestry Farm and Zoo's two grizzly bears, Koda and Mistaya, turn 20 this year. The zoo is hosting events all week to celebrate.
CNA
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CNA
'Moo Deng' escapes from Thai zoo in animal safety drill
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CBS News
2 days ago
- General
- CBS News
Southwick's Zoo visitors left stuck in the air, rescued after "Sky Ride" malfunctions again
Visitors at Southwick's Zoo in Mendon had to be rescued from gondolas that were stuck in the air on Monday after the "Sky Ride" attraction malfunctioned again. The fire department responded with ladder trucks to reach people who were stranded high up. WBZ-TV's helicopter captured a firefighter carrying a child to safety down a ladder. Crews brought others to the ground with lift trucks. "This afternoon, the Skyfari Sky Ride at Southwick's Zoo experienced an unexpected issue that required the ride to be shut down mid-operation," a zoo spokesperson said in a statement. "Out of an abundance of caution, we contacted the Mendon Fire Department, who responded promptly and worked alongside our trained operations and security teams to safely assist guests from the ride's gondolas." The Sky Ride gives guests an aerial view of the animals below. The ride takes visitors 30 feet in the air at its highest point. In 2022, 40 people were rescued from the Sky Ride after an oil leak forced it to stop. Nobody was hurt in the incident. The zoo says that since then, it "developed a comprehensive emergency response plan specifically for the Skyfari Sky Ride and trained our team accordingly." "The safety of our guests remains our top priority, and we appreciate the patience and understanding of everyone involved," the zoo said.
The Independent
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Zoo responds after ‘chonky' leopard goes viral
Malaysia 's National Zoo has defended its treatment of what appears to be a visibly overweight black leopard after a video of the animal went viral on social media. The video posted by a TikTok user showed the male leopard named Apoh lying on his side in his enclosure in Zoo Negara. The video went on to rack up more than two million views and prompted a wave of jokes and memes across social media, with many viewers referring to Apoh as 'chonky' and comparing him to a bear. However, some raised questions about the animal's physical condition and whether it pointed to possible neglect or inadequate enclosure standards. Responding to the comments, Zoo Negara issued a statement in Malay under the original post, saying Apoh was under close supervision by veterinary staff. 'Don't worry, our vet team is taking care of Apoh with love, giving him the best treatment and close attention. They are monitoring Apoh closely and making sure Apoh is okay. We appreciate the words of encouragement given to help Apoh reach his ideal weight,' the zoo said, according to an online translation. In a separate post on 15 July, which the zoo claimed was Apoh's 15th birthday, the zoo said the animal was being given the best care. It added that Apoh was part of the zoo's animal 'adoption' programme, where regular people can help fund his food, healthcare and enrichment. 'Yes, Apoh is looking a little chonky but don't worry! Our dedicated zookeepers and vets are keeping a close eye on him and making sure he gets the best care possible. We really appreciate all your concern and support for helping our animals stay in great shape,' the statement read. The recent footage of Apoh stand in stark contrast from a 2023 video of him, where he looked far more active as well as physically more fit. Zoo Negara has declined to comment. While most people online have been referring to Apoh as a panther, the zoo clarified in an earlier social media post that the term ' black panther ' is a general descriptor for any melanistic big cat, including leopards, jaguars, and pumas. In Apoh's case, he is a leopard whose dark pigmentation masks the characteristic rosette patterns on his coat, making them difficult to see. Social media reaction has been mixed, with some users simply expressing their adoration for the big cat and others warning about the dangers of obesity in captive animals. 'If dangerous why cute?' asked one person. 'Apoh looks like a bear! His chonkiness is oh so super super adorable, but best of luck to the keepers in helping him lose weight and live longer! We hope to see him back in an athletic superhero black panther shape soon!' wrote another.
The Independent
2 days ago
- Health
- The Independent
Zoo responds to social media claims about ‘chonky' leopard
Malaysia 's National Zoo has defended its care of Apoh, a black leopard, after a viral video showed the animal appearing visibly overweight. The TikTok video, which garnered more than two million views, prompted public concern and jokes about Apoh's size and physical condition. Zoo Negara stated that 'chonky' Apoh is under close supervision by veterinary staff who are monitoring his health and working to help him reach an ideal weight. The zoo also highlighted that Apoh, who recently turned 15, is part of an animal adoption programme that helps fund his food, healthcare, and enrichment. While many viewers referred to Apoh as a 'panther', the zoo clarified he is a leopard whose dark pigmentation makes his characteristic rosette patterns difficult to see.
