"Disruptive behavior at exhibits does not just damage property. It has meaningful consequences for the animals' daily routines and wellbeing, which is why respectful conduct is essential. We welcome families and guests of all ages, and we ask everyone to be respectful when visiting exhibits. That means not striking the glass, shouting at animals, taunting them, or crowding exhibit barriers."
"The man who captured the video said he and his friends were beating their chests in front of the enclosure, not really expecting anything to happen. The incident happened on Feb. 26. The zoo noted that the bonobo habitat is constructed with multiple layers of reinforced glass, and only an interior pane of glass was smashed."
A bonobo at the Memphis Zoo attacked and broke an interior pane of a reinforced glass enclosure on February 26 after visitors engaged in disruptive behavior. The man who recorded the incident stated he and his friends were beating their chests in front of the habitat without expecting a reaction. The zoo's multi-layered reinforced glass design prevented a complete breach. The exhibit closed temporarily for repairs. Zoo officials emphasized that disruptive conduct damages property and negatively impacts animal wellbeing and routines. The zoo requested visitors maintain respectful behavior by avoiding striking glass, shouting, taunting, or crowding barriers. No injuries occurred to the bonobo or guests.
Read at ABC7 Los Angeles
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