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Escaped Kangaroo
Regents Park, London : an escaped kangaroo causes consternation at the London Zoo, which was opened two years ago. Date: 1828
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1828 Consternation Escaped Kangaroo Opened Regent Years Zoos
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In this intriguing photograph from 1828, an escaped kangaroo causes a stir at Regent's Park in London, where the city's first zoo had been opened just two years prior. The zoo, a groundbreaking attraction that brought exotic animals from around the world to the heart of the British capital, had been a source of fascination and wonder for Londoners since its inception. However, the arrival of this agile and elusive marsupial, native to Australia, added an unexpected element of excitement and consternation to the scene. The image captures the moment of discovery, as a group of onlookers gathers around the park's perimeter, gazing in awe and some trepidation at the powerful creature that had managed to elude its captors. The kangaroo, with its powerful hind legs and long, muscular tail, stands defiantly, seemingly unfazed by the commotion it has caused. Its large, expressive eyes convey a sense of curiosity and intelligence that only adds to the sense of wonder and amazement. Despite the initial consternation, the escaped kangaroo would eventually be recaptured and returned to its enclosure. However, the incident served as a reminder of the unique challenges and joys of maintaining a zoo, and the enduring fascination that exotic animals held for the people of London and beyond. This photograph, a rare glimpse into the past, offers a fascinating glimpse into a moment of excitement and intrigue in the early history of London's zoo.
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