**BREAKING: Rogue Crustacean Causes Chaos on Flight, Finds Forever Home at Denver Zoo**
In a bizarre incident that has left entomologists and airline officials shell-shocked, a mischievous crab from Costa Rica has crash-landed its way into the hearts of Denver residents. The crustacean critter, dubbed “Carlos” by zoo officials, stowed away on a flight from San José, Costa Rica to Denver International Airport, leaving a trail of claw-some chaos in its wake.
According to eyewitnesses, the crab was spotted scuttling down the aisle of United Flight 1234, sending passengers screaming and scrambling for cover. “I was just trying to enjoy my in-flight peanuts when suddenly, this…this…THING was crawling towards me!” exclaimed passenger Jane Doe. “I mean, I’ve heard of in-flight meals being bad, but this was a whole new level of crazy!”
Airport authorities were quick to respond to the situation, and after a series of daring acrobatic feats, Carlos was safely apprehended and taken into custody. However, instead of facing deportation back to Costa Rica, the cunning crustacean has been welcomed with open arms by the Denver Zoo.
“We’re thrilled to announce that Carlos has joined our zoo family,” said zoo spokesperson, Karen Johnson. “We’re not sure what kind of sorcery he used to sneak onto that plane, but we’re glad to have him here. Our team of experts is working hard to ensure Carlos receives the best care and accommodations possible.”
As news of the “Halloween crab” spread, Denver residents flocked to social media to share their reactions. “I’m obsessed with this little guy!” tweeted @DenverLocal. “Who needs a mascot when you have a crab in a Denver Broncos jersey?”
The Denver Zoo has announced plans to create a special “Carlos the Crab” exhibit, complete with a mini-airplane replica and a “crustacean café” serving up crab-friendly snacks. In the meantime, Carlos is settling in nicely, enjoying his new digs and plotting his next move.
When asked about Carlos’s future plans, zoo officials remained tight-lipped, but insiders hint that the crab may have a starring role in upcoming zoo events. “Let’s just say Carlos has a certain… je ne sais quoi,” said Johnson with a wink. “He’s a natural-born star.”
Stay tuned for further updates on Carlos’s adventures, and don’t forget to follow the Denver Zoo’s social media accounts for the latest crab-tastic news!
