London Zoo Weighs Animals in Annual Event to Track Health
- London Zoo conducted its yearly weigh-in for over 14,000 animals to monitor their health.
- Zookeepers use various strategies to weigh the animals and add the data to a database shared with zoos worldwide.
- The heaviest animal was a giraffe named Maggie at around 1,653 pounds.
- Weighing animals helps the zoo ensure proper care and detect any health issues.
- The event provides an opportunity to educate the public about animal welfare and conservation.