Shropshire zoo issues plea to help find missing capybara, Cinnamon

A capybara named Cinnamon is missing after escaping from the Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World on the outskirts of Telford.

She disappeared from her habitat on Friday (14 Sept) and entered the woodlands within the zoo grounds. By Saturday, she had managed to escape the zoo perimeter and was spotted on a nearby road.

The zoo said on Facebook: "Unfortunately, we haven't had any further sightings of Cinnamon since Saturday evening, despite having teams working around the clock to locate her. It is likely that Cinnamon is in the vicinity of the zoo, The Humbers, and the surrounding fields where there is ample food and plenty of ponds."

The escape artist has been reported to the council and members of the public are being urged to contact the zoo if they spot Cinnamon.

The zoo continued: "Under no circumstances should a member of the public try to capture the animal by themselves.

"Although capybara are generally friendly and inquisitive animals, the animal should not be approached as it could become unpredictable if alarmed or cornered.

"Cinnamon has a fantastic bond with her keepers and it is likely that she can be encouraged back to her habitat with no physical intervention.

"Please wish us all the very best for the safe and swift return of Cinnamon. We appreciate all of your support in finding her."

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