Emperor Penguin Found More than 2,000 Miles from Antarctica and Other Animal News for November 13, 2024

13 Monkeys Continue to Elude Authorities After Massive Escape

Of the 43 monkeys that escaped from a research lab in South Carolina last week, 13 have completely eluded authorities. Luckily, the other 30 were captured unharmed as of Monday evening. Authorities have requested that people avoid the area housing these chimps and that residents keep their doors and windows locked to safeguard them from monkey home invasions.

So, how did 43 monkeys escape? While some have attributed the escape to a history of enclosure issues at the biomedical research facility, it all comes down to human error. An Alpha Genesis Primate Research Center caretaker failed to secure the monkeys’ enclosure, resulting in a mass exodus. Will they all return? Authorities sure hope so, continuing to search the area and notify the public of updates or captures.

Emperor Penguin Native to Antarctica Found in Australia

An emperor penguin was found on an Australian beach thousands of miles from home on November 1. Emperor penguins typically make their home in Antarctica, not Australia. So how did he get there? Experts aren’t sure how the penguin ended up so far from its home continent and mentioned that it was malnourished when it arrived, weighing half the weight of a healthy male.

The emperor penguin – named Gus by his caretakers – is finally safe and sound, being nurtured back to health. Rehabilitation is the primary goal for caretakers, but some discussion around the potential for release has begun. Nevertheless, Gus will likely be stuck in Australia while he regains his strength. For now, we’ll be left wondering how this mysterious penguin arrived Down Under.

Experts Estimate the Global Pet Food Market to Grow by $41 Billion

People want the best for their pets and are willing to pay higher prices for better products. Due to the rising demand for organic pet food, experts estimate that the global pet food market will grow by $41 billion over the next four years. Organic pet food isn’t the only factor driving the market upward—pet owners also prefer food with savory ingredients or smaller portions.