14,000 animals at London Zoo are weighed annually for health monitoring and conservation data.

14,000 animals at London Zoo are being assessed during their annual weigh-in event, using creative methods such as strategically placing food next to scales. Measurements, aimed to monitor health and wellbeing, contribute to the Zoological Information Management System database, which provides crucial data for worldwide conservationists analyzing threatened species. The event also assists staff and vets in evaluating animals' conditions, growth, and overall wellbeing.

August 19, 2024
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