After a 3 year hiatus, the Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Florida has reintroduced the Rhino Encounter experience.
In 2019, a 2-year-old girl was hurt when she slipped through the Rhino Encounter exhibit's bars by mistake. Her mother, whose arms were hurt was also transported to the hospital for treatment at the time. The tiny girl was rescued in a matter of seconds, but she did suffer some injuries. This event caused management to halt the Rhino encounter.
Now the Brevard Zoo is giving the Rhino Encounter a second chance. Management at the zoo has made some adjustments to the experience in hopes of improving the safety. As a result, the age requirement has been altered, the netting around the steel bars has been inserted, and some safety procedures have been established.
A few days a week, the zoo is now available for visitors to observe the rhinos up close and personal. In addition, guests must be at least 7 years old to participate in the activity.
Photos by: Brevard Zoo
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