Exotic Incident #729
Incident Date:
11/01/2004
Location:
Sarasota, FL - USA
Facility Name:
Bib Cat Habitat
Facility Type:
Non-accredited Facility (RSZ)
Incident Category:
Escape/Attack resulting in human injury (HI)
Species:
Bears
Animal:
Bear
Animal disposition:
Summary:
An 18-year-old circus worker was bitten by a bear while trying to break up aggressive behavior among several bears at the Big Cat Habitat. He was flown to Bayfront Medical Center where he was listed in fair condition.
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