At about 1 p.m. Tuesday, Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium officials were alerted of an Indian rhino out of its enclosure in a behind-the-scenes area.
The rhino was Jontu, an adult male Indian rhino.
The Zoo’s emergency protocols were immediately activated to ensure the safety of guests, students, animals, and employees.
Zoo guests, students and staff were immediately taken to a secure location. All Zoo entry points, including the main entrance, were also closed.
Once the rhino was back in the enclosure, normal zoo activities resumed.