Exotic Incident #2462

Incident Date:
05/19/2016
Location:
Eugene, OR - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Abandoned animal (AA)
Species:
Other
Animal:
Patagonian mara
Animal disposition:
Removed/Re-housed

Summary:

A Patagonian mara named Chupacabra was found wandering on a street. He was taken to an animal shelter and the owner was identified, but the large rodent did not return to the private home. He was instead relocated to the Oregon Zoo for use in educational programs.

Action take by Born Free USA:

Notes:

http://registerguard.com/rg/news/local/34487092-75/chupacabra-found-in-eugene-finds-home-at-oregon-zoo.html.csp