The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is mourning the loss of three apes – a lowland gorilla and two bonobos – to shigellosis, a highly contagious bacterial infection. While the source remains unknown, the zoo is taking steps to treat other apes exhibiting symptoms and ensure the safety of both animals and visitors.
The Chennai Snake Park has welcomed three baby yellow anacondas, a rare addition to its collection. These South American reptiles were acquired through an exchange with the Arignar Anna Zoological Park, with the Snake Park providing eight green iguanas in return. The anacondas are the first of their kind to be exhibited at the park, and they have been housed in a newly constructed enclosure. Despite their exotic nature, anacondas are not commonly sought after as pets due to their large size and potential danger to humans.
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery with the first complete skull of the giant bird species Genyornis newtoni. This fully preserved skull provides invaluable insights into the appearance and characteristics of this colossal bird that weighed an astonishing 230 kg, four times the weight of an average human. This new fossil find will enable researchers to reconstruct the exact appearance of the giant bird and unravel the mysteries surrounding its habits and ancestry.
