New security measures added to this Andean bear's habitat by the Saint Louis Zoo were no match for his adventurous nature.
After escaping his habitat earlier this month, on 7 February, the four-year-old bear, named Ben, snuck out again on Thursday afternoon.
Andean bears are only found in South America, but are vulnerable due to habitat loss and poaching threats.
Ben is now back at the zoo after roaming free for 50 minutes.

St.Loius zoo, please give Ben--Andean bear a companion-- hopefully a female Andean bear // Science Council Rules Earth.

AP

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