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Madagascan day geckos recovered after Zoo theft

Published: Fri 24 Oct 2008 12:47 PM
Madagascan day geckos recovered after Zoo theft
24 OCTOBER 2008
For Immediate Release
Hamilton Zoo is delighted at the recovery of two Madagascan day geckos that were stolen from the facility last Friday night [17 October].
Thieves cut through three sets of chained and padlocked doors to gain access to the Zoo’s reptile house, before removing the Madagascan day geckos, along with a pair of bearded dragons. The bearded dragons have not yet been recovered.
Hamilton Zoo director Stephen Standley was contacted by MAF representatives on Wednesday morning informing him that the Madagascan day geckos had been located, however at that time there were some concerns over the condition of the reptiles.
Mr Standley said the Madagascan day geckos now appear to have made a full recovery and Zoo staff are thrilled to see them return home safely.
"They are now back in their enclosure and look in good condition. We reopened the reptile house this morning once they had the chance to settle back in. We are still hopeful that the bearded dragons will be recovered as well," he said.
The reptile enclosure has been secured following the break-in and further changes are planned for the building to increase security.
ENDS

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