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Struggling zoo transfers ailing polar bear to medical facility

Deteriorating health of polar bear father Kap in Karlsruhe Zoo leads to relocation to indoor quarters.

Deteriorated health of polar bear father Kap in Karlsruhe zoo leads to transfer to indoor...
Deteriorated health of polar bear father Kap in Karlsruhe zoo leads to transfer to indoor enclosure. Aging polar bear, aged 25, experiences health decline and is subsequently relocated to an indoor habitat.

Struggling zoo transfers ailing polar bear to medical facility

Updating Kap's Living Arangements at Karlsruhe Zoo

It's been announced via Facebook that veterinarians at Karlsruhe Zoo are keeping close tabs on the health of polar bear, Kap, by putting him on a temporary "bed rest" period. This allows for better observation and regular medication administration.

Rejuvenating the Polar Bear Habitat

Currently, Kap is residing in the indoor area as the outdoor enclosure undergoes a facelift. Once construction is complete, Kap, along with mother-son duo Nika and Mika, will alternately enjoy the improved living space.

Regrettably, Kap, Nika, and Mika—the zoo's furry residents—cannot cohabitate in the enclosure for safety reasons. A meeting between young Mika and his father Kap would be potentially hazardous.

Since I only have limited information about the reasons behind Kap's "bed rest" or the redesign's impact on the living arrangements of the polar bears, it is suggested you visit the official Karlsruhe Zoo website or contact them directly for more detailed updates.

During this period of "bed rest" for Kap, the polar bear, science could be employed to monitor his health more closely and develop effective health-and-wellness therapies-and-treatments. Post-construction, the revitalized living space within Karlsruhe Zoo will support not only Kap's comfort but also facilitate better health management for all its polar bear residents.

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