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London Zoo animals given pumpkin treats ahead of Halloween
BBC • • world
Key Points:
- ZSL London Zoo celebrated Halloween by hiding pumpkins filled with the animals' favorite foods around their enclosures to encourage natural foraging behaviors.
- Animal operations manager Daniel Simmonds highlighted that the event allows zookeepers to create seasonal enrichment activities that stimulate the animals' instincts and skills.
- The pumpkins were placed following scent trails, sometimes with food hidden inside, to promote exploration and engagement among the animals.
- This Halloween tradition is part of the zoo's annual activities and coincides with ZSL's 200th anniversary celebrations.
