Zoo's grizzly exhibit reopens after bear cracks barrier
Go Deeper.
Create an account or log in to save stories.
Like this?
Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.
The bears returned to their public habitat Saturday after spending 12 days behind the scenes while temporary repairs were made.
On July 6, one of the three grizzly bears in the Russia's Grizzly Coast exhibit pushed a rock against a five-paned glass wall of the exhibit.
No one knows which of the three was the culprit, but zoo spokesman Josh Le tells the St. Paul Pioneer Press zookeepers suspect Haines, who's larger than his two companions, Sadie and Kenai. The zoo believes Haines was playing and didn't crack the glass out of anger or distress.
The glass stayed put, but was spider-webbed with cracks. Full repairs will be made this fall.
Turn Up Your Support
MPR News helps you turn down the noise and build shared understanding. Turn up your support for this public resource and keep trusted journalism accessible to all.
