The Korea Herald
The Korea Herald
AsiaPac · 1 hrs ago

How do zoo animals beat the heat?

Amid heat wave warnings and temperatures climbing over 30 degrees Celsius on Friday, the zookeepers at Jeonju Zoo prepared customized summer care, unique to each species. For 36-year-old Asian elephant Kkamdori, the relief arrived in the form of three whole watermelons. Keepers said the animals are given water-rich fruits and vegetables as special treats once a month during summer. Additional canopies have also been installed to provide shade. Indoors, the zoo introduced another summer novelty:
The Korea Herald
Do you trust The Korea Herald?
Sign in to rate
Discussion
?

No comments yet — be the first to start the discussion!