Lemur escapes enclosure at Aalborg Zoo in Denmark

Aalborg Zoo is currently searching for one of its resident lemurs that escaped the enclosure over the weekend. According to head zookeeper Louise Møller Boye, the lemur is often found high in the trees but can also come down to the ground. Remarkably, it is capable of leaping up to 25 meters.

As of now, the zookeepers know that the lemur is nearby but on the wrong side of the fence. “He tends to stay close to the zoo,” Møller Boye said. The animal was almost captured on Sunday evening when spotted in a tree on Bejsebakkevej, just outside the zoo grounds. “We were incredibly close to catching him before nightfall, but unfortunately, it didn’t happen.”

Visitors who see the lemur are advised to keep their distance, as it can bite if it feels threatened. “He is away from his group and unfamiliar with his surroundings, so he might bite when stressed. They have sharp teeth, so we urge people to remain at a safe distance and contact the zoo if they spot the lemur,” she added.

This is not the first time wild animals have escaped from Aalborg Zoo. A notable incident occurred in 1971 when a black panther made a daring escape. After more than a day on the run, it was discovered by a resident in a housing complex, surprising a man using the restroom. The stuffed panther has since been displayed at the zoo.