At one time Berlin had two live mascot bears. Unfortunately, one of them died and now Schnute is all alone. I'm pretty sure once she's gone there won't be another - her enclosure is really small and the upkeep is expensive. But I always like saying hello whenever I'm in that part of town. You can read more about Schnute here (only in German).
PS: The Berliner Bear is not in the zoo. This enclosure is in the middle of the city - another reason why it's not really suited for an animal of this size.
PS: The Berliner Bear is not in the zoo. This enclosure is in the middle of the city - another reason why it's not really suited for an animal of this size.
oh, my. poor, sweet beauty!
ReplyDeleteMakes him look as if he out on the lam.
ReplyDeleteThat's a rather sad photograph...poor bear. I would think "they" could cough a few more bucks to get Schnute a companion! Cut the salaries of some of the top politicians. That way the city could engage in two good projects at the same time!
ReplyDeleteThe enclosure is really small. I think at one time there were even three bears there! Schnute probably is lonely, but the crowding wouldn't be good either.
DeleteI'm always torn when I think about zoos. i hope she is happy.
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of zoos or circuses! Not sure if you heard about it, but there is a place called The Gentle Barn which takes in animals who have been abused, neglected or abandoned, rehabilitates them and takes good care of them, giving them a safe place for the remainder of their lives. They do really good work. I hope this sweet bear is happy.
ReplyDeleteI guess it depends on the zoo. Some do better work than others. Poor bear.
ReplyDeletePoor bear, but so sweet.
ReplyDeletethey are lovely ! it's a pity he's now alone ! must be really sad... ciao
ReplyDeleteI always start to think about those John Irving novels when I see a bear like this.
ReplyDeleteBears are certainly a recurring theme in his books!
DeletePoor old Schnute all alone there, hope lots of lovely people like yourself Hal stop for a chat with her..
ReplyDeleteBeautiful looking creature!
ReplyDeleteHow sad that the bear is all alone!
ReplyDeleteOh, poor thing. I'm glad you stop by to say hello.
ReplyDeleteoh poor baby...she must miss her friend :(
ReplyDeleteCute picture!
ReplyDeleteSchnute is so'n süsser Name...
ReplyDeletePoor Schnute! Yes -it is a cute name ! He should be moved to the Zoo.
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