Shut by virus, London Zoo seeks donations for animal welfare

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Many of the zoo's 50 daily staff have opted to live on site to ensure they get to work. FMTNews Zoo Virus

LONDON: The world’s oldest zoo is shut to the public for the first time since World War II as London locks down because of the coronavirus pandemic, but for the roughly 18,000 animals housed there, life must go on.

Add in the logistical problems posed for the small army of zookeepers, vets, security and ground staff in getting to the Regents Park site, if they have not been forced to self-isolate, and it is unsurprising London Zoo is appealing for donations. To ensure they can get to work, many of the zoo’s 50 daily staff have opted to live in the zoo’s Lion Lodges that usually house overnight guests experiencing a “zoo sleepover”.“They are a team of astonishingly dedicated staff,” she said.

With no crowds wandering around, some might suggest the animals will be enjoying some rare peace and quiet. But that also brings challenges.

 

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