A shocking incident at Colchester Zoo left visitors, especially children, traumatized as a rhino killed a zebra in their shared enclosure
Colchester: A zebra tragically lost its life after a rhino attacked it in their shared enclosure at a zoo in the UK. It was a shocking scene for everyone, especially the kids who were there.
Witnesses described the horror as families watched the confrontation unfold. Staff members were also heartbroken, trying to calm the other animals in the area. The incident took place in an outdoor habitat meant for various African species, which usually get along just fine.
Colchester Zoo released a statement confirming the incident happened around 2 PM. They expressed their sadness over the zebra’s death and assured visitors that they were focusing on the well-being of the remaining animals.
They mentioned that such events are very rare and that they would keep a close eye on the situation in the coming days. The zoo staff appreciated the support and understanding from the public during this tough time.
Since the news broke, many people have shared their condolences on the zoo’s Facebook page. Comments poured in, with users expressing sympathy for the staff who had to witness and manage the situation. One person wrote how awful it was and hoped the staff were okay.
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