the reason Hippos Of Antwerp ZooIn Belgium, Kovid tested positive. This is the first time the virus has been found in this species worldwide, while several cases of the virus have been found in cats, large monkeys, and other animals, as well as mink.

Two animals, Hermione E Faith, A 41- and 14-year-old mother and daughter (pictured together in a photo posted on the zoo’s Facebook page) have been showing signs of cold for the past few days. Those in charge of their custody noticed, in particular, fluid leaking from their noses. Hippos often have a runny nose, but in this case the fluid was more abundant than usual, which is of little concern. Park Wet, Francis Verkaman, So he decided to subject them to a test, which later yielded a positive response. “But except for the runny nose – the zoo guarantees – they show no other symptoms and they are comfortable”.

The enclosure that hosts them is closed to the public, until they become negative. “They will be closely monitored by their caretakers – guaranteed by the zoo – and will even take strict security measures,” he said. We do not yet know how the animals became infected. Their cavergiver
The test result is already negative None of them have been infected recently.