Zookeeper scratched by bobcat at Wilderness Trails Animal Zoo; injuries treated, safety review underway.

A 30-year-old zookeeper at Wilderness Trails Animal Zoo in Birch Run, Michigan, was scratched by a bobcat on May 1, 2025, while placing enrichment items in the enclosure. The employee was treated for minor injuries, including stitches, and the bobcat was safely contained. The zoo assured that no guests were at risk and is reviewing the incident to reinforce safety protocols.