In brief
In a humorous turn of events at a wildlife sanctuary in Devon, England, two brown bears managed to break free from their pen, indulging in an entire week’s worth of honey within an hour. The incident prompted an emergency alert but fortunately posed no danger to visitors.
When Mish and Lucy, five-year-old European brown bears, opted for a little adventure at a wildlife sanctuary in Devon, their antics turned into a honey-fueled escapade straight out of a children's storybook. Those expecting peaceful tranquility at the wildlife haven were met with the unexpected sight of the siblings rummaging through food supplies, targeting a particularly extravagant stash of honey.On a Monday afternoon, the wildlife sanctuary's routine was shattered when Mish and Lucy broke through their enclosure, quickly heading straight for the treat they love most: honey. In a frenzy that could rival any cartoon bear, they managed to chow down an impressive amount of honey meant to last a week—all in just an hour.Mark Habben, the director of zoological operations at Wildwood Trust, received the frantic call about a “code red” while attending to duties at another sanctuary location in Kent. Initially dismissive of the alert as a mere drill, he quickly understood the gravity of the situation once it was confirmed. Emergency protocols swiftly kicked into action; 16 guests were escorted to a secure barn, while local police were notified. Thankfully, the bears were not in proximity to the visitors, and no one was harmed during their sweet escapade. As surveillance footage revealed Lucy’s crafty methods to access the food container, it became clear that these bears had no intention of stopping their honey-sampling spree anytime soon. Wildwood Trust has since reassured the public of their safety measures and is now basking in the lighthearted nature of this charming incident—a reminder of the playful spirit of wildlife even in sanctuary settings.
