Exotic Incident #787
Incident Date:
06/16/2005
Location:
Alton, MO - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Primates
Animal:
Snow Monkey
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
Two “pet” snow monkeys escaped from their home and were later recaptured. Both animals tested positive for the Herpes B virus and were euthanized.
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