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  • A polar bear and her four-month-old cub are seen here leaving the maternity den and venturing into the outdoors in an impossibly cute video. The cub is the first polar bear to be born in the UK for 25 years and is now starting to explore the outdoor enclosure at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park. In the video the mother Victoria is seen walking out of the maternity den first, before her precious little cub emerges behind her keeping close to his mother. The pair are then seen foraging around in the grassy outdoor enclosure, which was witnesses by visitors at the park for the first time this week [21 March, 2018]. Previously the polar bear enclosure had been closed to the public to allow the bears the privacy required in the early weeks after birth. Una Richardson, head keeper at the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig near Kingussie, said, “Having spent four months in her maternity den, Victoria quickly took the chance to go outside. “Understandably, her cub has been more cautious and is still getting used to new sights, smells and sounds.” Douglas Richardson, the park’s head of living collections, said, “Our pioneering captive polar bear management programme closely mirrors what happens in the wild and this birth shows our approach is working. “This is vital because a healthy and robust captive population may one day be needed to augment numbers in the wild, such are the threats to the species from climate change and human pressures. “The reintroduction of polar bears would be an enormous task but we need to have the option. While our cub will never be in the wild, there is a chance its offspring may be in decades to come.” The birth of the cub and journey so far is also being filmed for a forthcoming Channel 4 documentary. 23 Mar 2018 Pictured: A polar bear and her cub — the first to be born in the UK in 25 years - are seen emerging from their maternity den at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s High
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  • A polar bear and her four-month-old cub are seen here leaving the maternity den and venturing into the outdoors in an impossibly cute video. The cub is the first polar bear to be born in the UK for 25 years and is now starting to explore the outdoor enclosure at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park. In the video the mother Victoria is seen walking out of the maternity den first, before her precious little cub emerges behind her keeping close to his mother. The pair are then seen foraging around in the grassy outdoor enclosure, which was witnesses by visitors at the park for the first time this week [21 March, 2018]. Previously the polar bear enclosure had been closed to the public to allow the bears the privacy required in the early weeks after birth. Una Richardson, head keeper at the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig near Kingussie, said, “Having spent four months in her maternity den, Victoria quickly took the chance to go outside. “Understandably, her cub has been more cautious and is still getting used to new sights, smells and sounds.” Douglas Richardson, the park’s head of living collections, said, “Our pioneering captive polar bear management programme closely mirrors what happens in the wild and this birth shows our approach is working. “This is vital because a healthy and robust captive population may one day be needed to augment numbers in the wild, such are the threats to the species from climate change and human pressures. “The reintroduction of polar bears would be an enormous task but we need to have the option. While our cub will never be in the wild, there is a chance its offspring may be in decades to come.” The birth of the cub and journey so far is also being filmed for a forthcoming Channel 4 documentary. 23 Mar 2018 Pictured: A polar bear and her cub — the first to be born in the UK in 25 years - are seen emerging from their maternity den at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s High
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  • A polar bear and her four-month-old cub are seen here leaving the maternity den and venturing into the outdoors in an impossibly cute video. The cub is the first polar bear to be born in the UK for 25 years and is now starting to explore the outdoor enclosure at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park. In the video the mother Victoria is seen walking out of the maternity den first, before her precious little cub emerges behind her keeping close to his mother. The pair are then seen foraging around in the grassy outdoor enclosure, which was witnesses by visitors at the park for the first time this week [21 March, 2018]. Previously the polar bear enclosure had been closed to the public to allow the bears the privacy required in the early weeks after birth. Una Richardson, head keeper at the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig near Kingussie, said, “Having spent four months in her maternity den, Victoria quickly took the chance to go outside. “Understandably, her cub has been more cautious and is still getting used to new sights, smells and sounds.” Douglas Richardson, the park’s head of living collections, said, “Our pioneering captive polar bear management programme closely mirrors what happens in the wild and this birth shows our approach is working. “This is vital because a healthy and robust captive population may one day be needed to augment numbers in the wild, such are the threats to the species from climate change and human pressures. “The reintroduction of polar bears would be an enormous task but we need to have the option. While our cub will never be in the wild, there is a chance its offspring may be in decades to come.” The birth of the cub and journey so far is also being filmed for a forthcoming Channel 4 documentary. 23 Mar 2018 Pictured: A polar bear and her cub — the first to be born in the UK in 25 years - are seen emerging from their maternity den at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s High
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  • A polar bear and her four-month-old cub are seen here leaving the maternity den and venturing into the outdoors in an impossibly cute video. The cub is the first polar bear to be born in the UK for 25 years and is now starting to explore the outdoor enclosure at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park. In the video the mother Victoria is seen walking out of the maternity den first, before her precious little cub emerges behind her keeping close to his mother. The pair are then seen foraging around in the grassy outdoor enclosure, which was witnesses by visitors at the park for the first time this week [21 March, 2018]. Previously the polar bear enclosure had been closed to the public to allow the bears the privacy required in the early weeks after birth. Una Richardson, head keeper at the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig near Kingussie, said, “Having spent four months in her maternity den, Victoria quickly took the chance to go outside. “Understandably, her cub has been more cautious and is still getting used to new sights, smells and sounds.” Douglas Richardson, the park’s head of living collections, said, “Our pioneering captive polar bear management programme closely mirrors what happens in the wild and this birth shows our approach is working. “This is vital because a healthy and robust captive population may one day be needed to augment numbers in the wild, such are the threats to the species from climate change and human pressures. “The reintroduction of polar bears would be an enormous task but we need to have the option. While our cub will never be in the wild, there is a chance its offspring may be in decades to come.” The birth of the cub and journey so far is also being filmed for a forthcoming Channel 4 documentary. 23 Mar 2018 Pictured: A polar bear and her cub — the first to be born in the UK in 25 years - are seen emerging from their maternity den at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s High
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  • A polar bear and her four-month-old cub are seen here leaving the maternity den and venturing into the outdoors in an impossibly cute video. The cub is the first polar bear to be born in the UK for 25 years and is now starting to explore the outdoor enclosure at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park. In the video the mother Victoria is seen walking out of the maternity den first, before her precious little cub emerges behind her keeping close to his mother. The pair are then seen foraging around in the grassy outdoor enclosure, which was witnesses by visitors at the park for the first time this week [21 March, 2018]. Previously the polar bear enclosure had been closed to the public to allow the bears the privacy required in the early weeks after birth. Una Richardson, head keeper at the RZSS Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig near Kingussie, said, “Having spent four months in her maternity den, Victoria quickly took the chance to go outside. “Understandably, her cub has been more cautious and is still getting used to new sights, smells and sounds.” Douglas Richardson, the park’s head of living collections, said, “Our pioneering captive polar bear management programme closely mirrors what happens in the wild and this birth shows our approach is working. “This is vital because a healthy and robust captive population may one day be needed to augment numbers in the wild, such are the threats to the species from climate change and human pressures. “The reintroduction of polar bears would be an enormous task but we need to have the option. While our cub will never be in the wild, there is a chance its offspring may be in decades to come.” The birth of the cub and journey so far is also being filmed for a forthcoming Channel 4 documentary. 23 Mar 2018 Pictured: A polar bear and her cub — the first to be born in the UK in 25 years - are seen emerging from their maternity den at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s High
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  • October 8, 2018 - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - A specimen of Leopard (Panthera pardus) pictured in his enclosure at Madrid zoo. (Credit Image: © Jorge Sanz/Pacific Press via ZUMA Wire)
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  • July 26, 2018 - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - The baby Persian leopard pictured in his enclosure at Madrid zoo. He born on last April, 2018, after of 3 months of gestation, weighing about 0.5 kilograms. (Credit Image: © Jorge Sanz/Pacific Press via ZUMA Wire)
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  • August 27, 2017 - Ramat Gan, Israel - Niv, a female, four year old Sulawesi Crested Macaque, demonstrates her maternal instincts with the adoption of a chick, which has entered the enclosure shared by Niv and her mother, Nati, at the Safari Zoological Center. Niv has been spotted hugging, grooming and feeding the chick, while the chick runs to her arms when startled and seeking security. The Sulawesi Crested Macaque, from the island of Sulawesi, Indonesia, is critically endangered with only about 6,000 individuals in the wild. (Credit Image: © Nir Alon via ZUMA Wire)
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  • June 13, 2017 - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - A Lar gibbon pictured in his enclosure at Madrid zoo. (Credit Image: © Jorge Sanz/Pacific Press via ZUMA Wire)
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  • September 6, 2017 - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - Mayra, a 7 years-old female of Koala pictured resting in her enclosure at Madrid zoo. Because the eucalyptus diet has limited nutritional and caloric content, koalas (Phascolarctos cinereus) are largely sedentary and sleep for up to 20 hours a day. (Credit Image: © Jorge Sanz/Pacific Press via ZUMA Wire)
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • New York cops were left stunned when they spotted this enormous elephant walking down the street. The colossal mammal wondered out of its enclosure at the Sanctuary for Animals on the evening of Sunday November 11. Cops then sprang into action and helped escort the beast back to its home. The 44-year-old elephant was brought to America after surviving a napalm bombing during the Vietnam War. The incident occurred in Westtown, which is on the border between New York and New Jersey. Photos posted by the New York State Police Department show the elephant milling around in the dark on the road, which was illuminated by the headlights of a car. One police official said: "Never a dull moment in Troop F.". 13 Nov 2018 Pictured: Elephant spotted wondering the streets of New York. Photo credit: MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the astonishing and surreal moment police trap a wayward pig by luring it with a bag of Doritos. These crafty cops leapt into action after they received a call about a pig the size of a "horse" on the loose in Highland, California, on Saturday October 13. When the officers, from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department, arrived on the scene they recognized the pig from a previous call. The cops raided their lunch boxes and proceeded to lure the hulking hog bag to its home by laying a trail of Doritos. Amazingly, the pig followed the two deputies and they were able to safely secure it in its enclosure. A statement from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department said: "Well if this doesn’t go on the list of unusual calls. Highland Station received a call reference a pig "the size of a mini horse" running around the neighborhood. Deputy Ponce and Deputy Berg found him and due to previous calls, knew where he lived. They lured him back home with Doritos one of our deputies had in her lunch bag." Deputy Ponce added: "We were able to put him back in and secure the gate. It was fun!”. 15 Oct 2018 Pictured: Cops lure pig with Doritos. Photo credit: MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the astonishing and surreal moment police trap a wayward pig by luring it with a bag of Doritos. These crafty cops leapt into action after they received a call about a pig the size of a "horse" on the loose in Highland, California, on Saturday October 13. When the officers, from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department, arrived on the scene they recognized the pig from a previous call. The cops raided their lunch boxes and proceeded to lure the hulking hog bag to its home by laying a trail of Doritos. Amazingly, the pig followed the two deputies and they were able to safely secure it in its enclosure. A statement from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department said: "Well if this doesn’t go on the list of unusual calls. Highland Station received a call reference a pig "the size of a mini horse" running around the neighborhood. Deputy Ponce and Deputy Berg found him and due to previous calls, knew where he lived. They lured him back home with Doritos one of our deputies had in her lunch bag." Deputy Ponce added: "We were able to put him back in and secure the gate. It was fun!”. 15 Oct 2018 Pictured: Cops lure pig with Doritos. Photo credit: MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • New York cops were left stunned when they spotted this enormous elephant walking down the street. The colossal mammal wondered out of its enclosure at the Sanctuary for Animals on the evening of Sunday November 11. Cops then sprang into action and helped escort the beast back to its home. The 44-year-old elephant was brought to America after surviving a napalm bombing during the Vietnam War. The incident occurred in Westtown, which is on the border between New York and New Jersey. Photos posted by the New York State Police Department show the elephant milling around in the dark on the road, which was illuminated by the headlights of a car. One police official said: "Never a dull moment in Troop F.". 13 Nov 2018 Pictured: Elephant spotted wondering the streets of New York. Photo credit: MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • A lioness has killed the father of her three cups at an American zoo. The incident happened in front of one of their three-year-old cubs in the outdoor yard of the enclosure at Indianapolis zoo. In a statement released today the zoo confirmed the incident happened last week and revealed the 10-year-old male lion died after the female lion Zuri got involved in a confrontation with him. The statement from the zoo explained: ‘Zoo personnel made every effort to separate the lions, but Zuri held Nyack by the neck until he stopped moving.’ A necropsy on Nyack later revealed he died of suffocation from injuries to the neck. The lion pair lived together at the Indianapolis Zoo for eight years and had three cubs. Staff logs noted no previous examples of aggression between Zuri and Nyack, zoo officials said. Zoo staff are now investigating the incident, which happened on Monday 15 October before the zoo opened. ‘We know many people loved visiting Nyack. He was a magnificent male lion and left his legacy in his three cubs,’ the zoo said in a statement. 22 Oct 2018 Pictured: A 10-year-old male lion (Nyack) was killed by the mother (Zuri) of his three cubs at Indianapolis zoo on 15 October, 2018, it has emerged. LOCAL CAPTION: Deceased lion Nyack. Photo credit: Indianapolis Zoo/ MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • A lioness has killed the father of her three cups at an American zoo. The incident happened in front of one of their three-year-old cubs in the outdoor yard of the enclosure at Indianapolis zoo. In a statement released today the zoo confirmed the incident happened last week and revealed the 10-year-old male lion died after the female lion Zuri got involved in a confrontation with him. The statement from the zoo explained: ‘Zoo personnel made every effort to separate the lions, but Zuri held Nyack by the neck until he stopped moving.’ A necropsy on Nyack later revealed he died of suffocation from injuries to the neck. The lion pair lived together at the Indianapolis Zoo for eight years and had three cubs. Staff logs noted no previous examples of aggression between Zuri and Nyack, zoo officials said. Zoo staff are now investigating the incident, which happened on Monday 15 October before the zoo opened. ‘We know many people loved visiting Nyack. He was a magnificent male lion and left his legacy in his three cubs,’ the zoo said in a statement. 22 Oct 2018 Pictured: A 10-year-old male lion (Nyack) was killed by the mother (Zuri) of his three cubs at Indianapolis zoo on 15 October, 2018, it has emerged. LOCAL CAPTION: Killer lion Zuri. Photo credit: Indianapolis Zoo/ MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the astonishing and surreal moment police trap a wayward pig by luring it with a bag of Doritos. These crafty cops leapt into action after they received a call about a pig the size of a "horse" on the loose in Highland, California, on Saturday October 13. When the officers, from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department, arrived on the scene they recognized the pig from a previous call. The cops raided their lunch boxes and proceeded to lure the hulking hog bag to its home by laying a trail of Doritos. Amazingly, the pig followed the two deputies and they were able to safely secure it in its enclosure. A statement from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department said: "Well if this doesn’t go on the list of unusual calls. Highland Station received a call reference a pig "the size of a mini horse" running around the neighborhood. Deputy Ponce and Deputy Berg found him and due to previous calls, knew where he lived. They lured him back home with Doritos one of our deputies had in her lunch bag." Deputy Ponce added: "We were able to put him back in and secure the gate. It was fun!”. 15 Oct 2018 Pictured: Cops lure pig with Doritos. Photo credit: MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This adorable calf has made history after becoming the first ever Indian rhino to be born using artificial insemination. Akuti, a seven-year-old Greater One Horned Indian Rhinoceros, gave birth at approximately 12.30am on Tuesday April 23. According to delighted zoo staff, it is the first ever birth of the species by induced ovulation and artificial insemination. Amazingly, the youngster appears to be in excellent health and these adorable images capture the scientific marvel taking its first ever steps as it wobbles around its enclosure. According to zoo officials, natural breeding wasn't working, so an expert team of animal reproductive specialists from the South East Zoo Alliance for Reproduction and Conservation, which focuses on endangered species, were brought in to help the birth along. The crew artificially collected semen from the father, Suru, on Jan. 8, 2018. The following day they artificially inseminated the mother. Once the team of experts had confirmed that Akuti was pregnant, she was trained to receive regular ultrasound examinations. This helped the staff monitor the development of the baby. Because the exact date of conception was known, they were able to accurately estimate the birth date. Zoo Spokesperson Ron Magill said: “With the artificial insemination, we had to first collect the semen from the male. Once that was done, we had to immobilize the female so that there would be no danger to the veterinarians who then carefully used an instrument that is inserted vaginally and placed up against the cervix where the semen is then deposited,” he said. “The challenge is that it has to be timed precisely to her ovulation which was also induced. As it turned out, our timing was perfect.”. 25 Apr 2019 Pictured: Historic Indian rhino born using artificial insemination at Zoo Miami. Photo credit: Ron Magill/ Zoo Miami / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the heartwarming moment a baby manatee nuzzles up to its mother. The youngster was born on March 19 at Royal Burgers' Zoo, in Arnheim, Netherlands, to a first-time mother who is just five-years-old. During the youngsters first public outing, he was seen swimming alongside his mother before he appeared to give her a tender kiss on the cheek. The pair were also seen patrolling their aquatic enclosure and even seemed to be showing off to the crowd. Due to the young mother's inexperience, the care team is paying extra attention to how she tends to her newborn. So far, she appears to be caring for her baby correctly. Manatees are mammals, and like all mammals, mothers provide milk for their young. Female Manatees’ nipples are located in the “armpits” just under the front flippers. Caribbean manatees have a gestation period between 12 and 14 months. The pregnant female showed noticeable swelling around her vulva and had visibly swollen nipples for quite some weeks. Performing an ultrasound on an aquatic mammal of this size is incredibly impractical, and the unnecessary stress it would cause is undesirable. All the zookeepers and biologists could do was keep a close eye on the animal and be patient. 26 Mar 2019 Pictured: Manatee calf born at Royal Burgers' Zoo. Photo credit: Royal Burgers' Zoo MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • A lioness has killed the father of her three cups at an American zoo. The incident happened in front of one of their three-year-old cubs in the outdoor yard of the enclosure at Indianapolis zoo. In a statement released today the zoo confirmed the incident happened last week and revealed the 10-year-old male lion died after the female lion Zuri got involved in a confrontation with him. The statement from the zoo explained: ‘Zoo personnel made every effort to separate the lions, but Zuri held Nyack by the neck until he stopped moving.’ A necropsy on Nyack later revealed he died of suffocation from injuries to the neck. The lion pair lived together at the Indianapolis Zoo for eight years and had three cubs. Staff logs noted no previous examples of aggression between Zuri and Nyack, zoo officials said. Zoo staff are now investigating the incident, which happened on Monday 15 October before the zoo opened. ‘We know many people loved visiting Nyack. He was a magnificent male lion and left his legacy in his three cubs,’ the zoo said in a statement. 22 Oct 2018 Pictured: A 10-year-old male lion (Nyack) was killed by the mother (Zuri) of his three cubs at Indianapolis zoo on 15 October, 2018, it has emerged. LOCAL CAPTION: Deceased lion Nyack. Photo credit: Indianapolis Zoo/ MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • This is the astonishing and surreal moment police trap a wayward pig by luring it with a bag of Doritos. These crafty cops leapt into action after they received a call about a pig the size of a "horse" on the loose in Highland, California, on Saturday October 13. When the officers, from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department, arrived on the scene they recognized the pig from a previous call. The cops raided their lunch boxes and proceeded to lure the hulking hog bag to its home by laying a trail of Doritos. Amazingly, the pig followed the two deputies and they were able to safely secure it in its enclosure. A statement from San Bernardino Sheriff's Department said: "Well if this doesn’t go on the list of unusual calls. Highland Station received a call reference a pig "the size of a mini horse" running around the neighborhood. Deputy Ponce and Deputy Berg found him and due to previous calls, knew where he lived. They lured him back home with Doritos one of our deputies had in her lunch bag." Deputy Ponce added: "We were able to put him back in and secure the gate. It was fun!”. 15 Oct 2018 Pictured: Cops lure pig with Doritos. Photo credit: MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • These adorable images show a polar bear cub playing with her mother and leaping into the water at Tierpark Berlin. The young cub, called Hertha, appeared to take to spring break like a human child as she made a splash in the swimming pool of her enclosure. The five-month-old, who has become the star attraction at the German zoo, was even pictured in mid-air as she took a mighty leap into the water. Keepers later proclaimed that Hertha looked "euphoric and full of joy at the good weather" as she charged into the glistening pool. The joyous youngster was also seen wrestling with her mother Tonja and playing with her toys as she made the most of the spring weather, earlier this month. Hilariously, at one point, Hertha's boisterousness seemed too much for her nine-year-old mum who was forced to take a break by floating across the water on her back. 22 May 2019 Pictured: Hertha and her mother Tonja enjoy spring break at Tierpark Berlin. Photo credit: Tierpark Berlin / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Meet the BingwaBunch - a record-breaking litter of cheetah cubs who have just turned one. The five girls and four boys are named for the numbers one through eight in Swahili: Moja, Mbili, Tatu, Nne, Tano, Sita, Saba, and Nane. Born on November 26, 2017, the eight cubs were the largest litter ever raised by a cheetah in an American Zoo. The average litter size is just three. The eight cubs, who are now almost fully grown, are known as the BingwaBunch after their adoring mother Bingwa, while their father is called Jason. Despite the daunting task of raising eight boisterous cubs, Bingwa and Jason have excelled as parents, and, along with the help of keepers at Saint Louis Zoo, they have managed to raise a healthy set of octuplets. The cubs now spend their days playing in their stunning enclosure as the lucky staff has the pleasure of witnessing their personalities emerge. Steve Bircher, Curator of Mammals, said: "We have a couple that might be bolder than others with the way they play with their enrichment or the way they chase one and other. We are starting to see these difference in personalities. Just like us, they have distinct personalities." Now, to mark their first birthday, the Saint Louis Zoo has released these stunning images, which chart the early life of this unique litter of cheetahs. ***Please note, must credit Saint Louis Zoo***. 27 Nov 2018 Pictured: The BingwaBunch the largest litter of cheetah cubs in North America Born at St Louis Zoo. Photo credit: Saint Louis Zoo / MEGA TheMegaAgency.com +1 888 505 6342
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  • Tourists now have the chance to take the ultimate holiday snap — by coming face-to-face with a killer crocodile. The Cage of Death attraction based at Crocosaurus Cove in Darwin, Australia, sees thrill seekers submerged into an aquatic enclosure with a 16ft saltwater beast called Chopper while sat inside a plastic cylindrical cage. The 30 minute encounter — which costs $170 AUD for one person and $260 AUD for two people — starts with up to two people per cage being hoisted over the water to see the croc swirling below. A keeper then feeds the reptile as the cage is lowered, so the participants can see the crocodile barreling towards them underwater. These photos show tourists posing up a storm while submerged in the tank as the croc swims around them. One frame in particular captures the ominous scratch marks all over the cage — proving tourists really are looking into the jaws of death. After 15 minutes underwater the cage, which operates via an overhead monorail, is lifted to safety. German tourist Nellie Winters told local media: “I was scared but I was fascinated as well. I kept thinking he was going to eat me. You are right next to him and you sometimes forget that there are cages around you. 'You're that close that you think you could swim next to him and, yeah, he could also eat you, even though he won’t.” The Saltwater crocodile — the largest of its kind — can grow up to 20ft long with teeth as long as 4in. In the wild they are found across the north of Australia and are also native to India and other areas of south-east Asia. Crocosaurus Cove has a total of seven crocodiles, including a breeding pair called William and Kate, named after the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. The Cage Of Death has been running since 2011 and other attractions at the park include visitors being given the opportunity to hold baby crocodiles. 08 Sep 2017 Pictured: Thrill-seeking tourists come face-to-face with a killer 16ft Saltwater crocodile at Crocosaurus Cove
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  • July 21, 2019 - Cat In Cage With Warning Sign (Credit Image: © Keith Levit/Design Pics via ZUMA Wire)
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  • July 20, 2017 - Madrid, Madrid, Spain - A Brown bear pictured waiting for food at Madrid zoo. (Credit Image: © Jorge Sanz/Pacific Press via ZUMA Wire)
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  • Dec. 05, 2012 - Close up of a ball on a football pitch (Credit Image: © Image Source/ZUMAPRESS.com)
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