Screw in the stomach: Penguin Yuki triumphs in the Wuppertal Zoo
Screw in the stomach: Penguin Yuki triumphs in the Wuppertal Zoo
The event in the Wuppertal Zoo not only caused dismay by visitors, but also raises questions about the safety and well -being of the animals in the zoo. The incident with the penguin female "Yuki", which accidentally swallowed a screw, illustrates the challenges that Zoos have to face in the context of their animal husbandry and employment.
attentive visitors save the day
as "Yuki" played with a screw while diving in the water and finally swallowed, the visitors were quickly on hand. They noticed the striking marking on the wing of the donkey spenguin and immediately informed the zookeepers. This fast response period was crucial, because it turned out that "Yuki" did not want to eat the next day, which indicated a serious Problem.
X -ray images clarify the situation
To find out what was wrong with "Yuki", the Wuppertal Zoo decided to send the animal to X -ray. The X -ray images confirmed the suspicion: a screw had settled in the stomach of the penguin. Fortunately, surgery could be dispensed with, and the veterinarians carried out a gastric flushing, so that "Yuki" can swim in the pelvis again.
The search for the cause
The question of how the screw got into the penguin pool is of great interest. The zoo explained that the employees had planned a special activity for the penguins, in which they should fish ink fish out of large balls. However, the play instinct of the birds was so pronounced that they built the toy apart, causing a screw to dissolve. This shows the need to proceed even more carefully when choosing play equipment for the animals.
important teachings for the future
The incident not only affects the animals, but also on the nursing staff in the Wuppertal Zoo. The responsible persons understandably thanked the attentive visitors who observed and reported the incident. This underlines the role of zoo visitors as a partner in animal welfare. In the future, the zoo will have to pay attention to increased security measures for the animals when planning games and activities.
FAZIT: Focus on animals in the focus
The case "Yuki" is an impressive example of the challenges with which Zoos are faced with, and emphasizes the importance of continuous vigilance and responsible planning. The health of the animals is a top priority, and the lessons from this incident will help to improve the safety of animal residents in the Wuppertal Zoo.
- Nag