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Fireworks Kill Baby Red Panda

A baby red panda died from stress caused by fireworks at Edinburgh Zoo, prompting calls for stricter regulations.

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Did the fireworks affect any other animals at the zoo?: Roxie's mother, Ginger, died unexpectedly five days earlier, and while the cause is undetermined, zoo officials suspect fireworks may have also contributed to her death.
What are the major threats to the red panda population?: Red pandas are an endangered species, primarily threatened by habitat loss, human interference, and poaching. Roxie's death highlights the vulnerability of these animals.
What action is the RZSS taking in response to this incident?: The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) is advocating for stricter regulations on fireworks due to the impact of the noise on animals. They're working with animal welfare groups to push for change.
What caused the death of the baby red panda at Edinburgh Zoo?: Roxie, a three-month-old red panda at Edinburgh Zoo, died from stress caused by fireworks on Bonfire Night. She choked on her vomit, a reaction the zoo's vets believe was triggered by the loud noises.
Were there any firework restrictions in place near the zoo on Bonfire Night?: New firework restrictions were implemented in parts of Edinburgh around Bonfire Night, but these did not cover the area where the zoo is located, which may have contributed to the animals' distress.

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