Frozen feasts and cool pools help Rome zoo animals survive heatwave
Seals are kept in pools maintained below 25°C to prevent overheating.
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Last updated: 1 hour ago At Rome's Bioparco Zoo on 26 June, giraffes, hippos, tapirs, capybaras, lemurs and seals received frozen fruit, vegetables, fish and specially prepared ice treats designed to cool them down while encouraging natural behaviour. Zoo staff also maintained cooled pools and climate-controlled indoor spaces for the most heat-sensitive species as temperatures were forecast to reach 36 to 37°C in the Italian capital. As a severe heatwave grips Italy, Rome's Bioparco is helping its animals stay cool with frozen treats, chilled pools and climate-controlled shelters while the capital remains under a red heat alert.
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Last updated: 1 hour ago At Rome's Bioparco Zoo on 26 June, giraffes, hippos, tapirs, capybaras, lemurs and seals received frozen fruit, vegetables, fish and specially prepared ice treats designed to cool them down while encouraging natural behaviour.
according to AfricanewsZoo staff also maintained cooled pools and climate-controlled indoor spaces for the most heat-sensitive species as temperatures were forecast to reach 36 to 37°C in the Italian capital.
according to AfricanewsAs a severe heatwave grips Italy, Rome's Bioparco is helping its animals stay cool with frozen treats, chilled pools and climate-controlled shelters while the capital remains under a red heat alert.
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