Exotic Incident #2881

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Summary:

Zeke, a 4-year-old Grant’s zebra, escaped from his exhibit and entered the lion area. By the time that zoo staff arrived, the animals had retreated to opposite corners of the enclosure. Zeke had several claw marks, and Kalisa, a 6-year-old African lioness, was wet and muddy. Zookeepers believe Zeke either kicked or bit Kalisa. Attempts to coax the lioness indoors were unsuccessful, so the zoo veterinarian used a tranquilizer dart to subdue her. Zeke was then led out of the lion exhibit.