Exotic Incident #2327
Incident Date:
03/16/2016
Location:
Cincinnati, OH - USA
Facility Name:
Cincinnati Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Bears
Animal:
Polar bear
Animal disposition:
Recaptured
Summary:
A polar bear named Berit at the Cincinnati Zoo escaped from its enclosure, forcing the zoo to close temporarily. The zoo moved visitors indoors and stated that there was no potential risk to visitors or staff. The bear was moved safely back into her enclosure.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2016/03/16/Polar-bear-escapes-from-Cincinnati-Zoo/1611458150356/