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Rio Zoo Cools Animals with Popsicles Amid Heat Alert

1/14/2026

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On January 13, 2026, Rio de Janeiro's BioParque zoo provided jaguars and monkeys with species-specific popsicles, including frozen fruit and blood mixtures, to cope with extreme heat.
Biologist Letizia Feitoza noted the frozen food aids hydration.
Temperatures exceeded 40 degrees Celsius and a Level 3 heat alert was issued.
Visitors enjoyed watching the animals with their popsicles.
A teacher expressed that the measure enhances the animals' comfort.

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On January 13, 2026, Rio de Janeiro's BioParque zoo provided jaguars and monkeys with species-specific popsicles, including frozen fruit and blood mixtures, to cope with extreme heat.
Biologist Letizia Feitoza noted the frozen food aids hydration.
Temperatures exceeded 40 degrees Celsius and a Level 3 heat alert was issued.
Visitors enjoyed watching the animals with their popsicles.
A teacher expressed that the measure enhances the animals' comfort.