Prague Zoo Deploys Ice Treats as Severe European Heatwave Intensifies

Zookeepers at Prague Zoo are implementing cooling measures, including giant ice blocks, to protect polar bears as record-breaking temperatures sweep across Europe.

PRAGUE — As an intense summer heatwave settles over Europe, the Prague Zoo has taken proactive measures to ensure the well-being of its polar bear population. With temperatures soaring, zookeepers are providing the animals with massive ice blocks to help them regulate their body temperatures and cope with the oppressive conditions. Animal welfare experts at the facility have implemented a specialized heat management plan, which includes access to chilled dens, misting systems, and frequent frozen enrichment activities. The ice blocks, often embedded with treats or fruits, serve as both a c…