Dallas Zoo leopard reunites with sister in enclosure after escape, no injuries found, officials say

DALLAS, Texas – A clouded leopard that was captured after escaping its enclosure on the Dallas Zoo has reunited along with her sister and obtained the all-clear from veterinary workers on Saturday, zoo officers stated.

Nova was captured simply earlier than 5:15 p.m. Friday after main zoo staff and Dallas police on a day-long search.

Her disappearance prompted a brief closure of the zoo as search crews canvassed the world. It wasn’t till the late afternoon hours that the 25-pound leopard was discovered on zoo grounds close to her unique habitat.

Throughout a press convention late Friday, police stated they imagine the fence on Nova’s enclosure was “deliberately lower,” resulting in her escape. Police have since launched a legal investigation, however no arrests have but been made.

The zoo reopened on Saturday to the general public and staff stated Nova was perched up on a excessive department when she was greeted by guests.

Nova “has settled proper again into her routine,” in line with zoo officers.

Anybody who might have extra info on how Nova escaped her enclosure is urged to name 911.

We’ll convey extra updates to this story as they turn into obtainable.

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