Exotic Incident #257
Incident Date:
12/09/1999
Location:
Rancho Bernardo, CA - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Primates
Animal:
Spider Monkey
Animal disposition:
Summary:
A “pet” spider monkey escaped from his home and roamed the neighborhood for two hours. The monkey frightened residents, eluded police, and bit an Animal Control officer.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes: