“Dartmoor Zoo glad to have lost Palawan binturong for two weeks, otherwise it wouldn’t have made the news”
In a thrilling turn of events that left the good people of Dartmoor on the edge of their seats, a Palawan binturong has been found after escaping from its enclosure at the Dartmoor Zoo in England. To the delight of the staff, the animal was discovered taking shelter in a woodshed – presumably due to the lack of five-star accommodations provided by the zoo.
Upon closer inspection, it appears that the binturong – also known as a bearcat – was able to use its natural proficiency in climbing and problem solving to escape from its enclosure. Despite being described as “aloof but curious” by the zoo’s website, it appears that the binturong was able to navigate the area with ease and even find suitable hiding spots.
It remains unclear how the binturong was able to survive on its own for two weeks, but speculation suggests that it may have been due to its cunning and survival skills. Or perhaps the surrounding forest provided enough natural sustenance to keep the animal satisfied.
Despite the two-week ordeal, the staff at the Dartmoor Zoo remain optimistic that the binturong will be able to quickly adapt to life back in captivity. After all, nothing promotes a healthy adjustment period quite like being forced to escape from a confinement area and live in the wild for an unspecified amount of time.
The binturong’s escape and subsequent discovery has been described as a “wake-up call” for the zoo, prompting officials to re-evaluate the security of its enclosures and ensure that no other animals are able to make a run for it in the future. It is yet to be seen whether the zoo will implement any real measures or simply cross their fingers and hope for the best.
In a statement issued by a zoo representative, they said “We are pleased to have our beloved binturong back in our care and to be able to give it the luxurious lifestyle it deserves. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by the animal’s escapade and can assure our patrons that it will not be happening again anytime soon. Unless, of course, there’s another wild animal that decides to take matters into its own hands.”
So there you have it, folks. A heartwarming tale of an animal that just wanted a taste of freedom and adventure, but ultimately couldn’t resist the comforts of captivity. Here’s hoping that the binturong will be able to adjust to its new life, and that the Dartmoor Zoo will take the necessary steps to prevent any future escapes – unless, of course, they need to fill up their news cycle with another heartwarming story of a daring escape.
