Thibodaux has recovered and is now back at his residence.
A serious incident occurred regarding a beloved resident of the Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Thibodaux, a 36-year-old crocodile, had to undergo an emergency medical procedure last weekend to unexpectedly have a total of 70 coins removed from his stomach. Zoo officials discovered the pile of metal during a routine check. Thankfully, all the coins were successfully removed, sparing Thibodaux from potential harm. Veterinarian Dr. Christina Plog believes that these coins were probably thrown into the crocodile habitat by visitors, which is a dangerous and unwanted practice.
Christina Plog, DVM, an associate veterinarian at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium, who led the procedure, said, “With the help of her training, Thibodaux was anesthetized and intubated so we could safely transport her during the procedure. Can manage from.”
“A plastic pipe was placed to protect her mouth and to safely pass the tools used to access the coins, such as a camera that helped us guide the recovery of these items. “
All coins were successfully removed, which was confirmed by a follow-up X-ray image. Thibodaux has recovered from the procedure and has returned to his residence.
Taylor Yaw, zoo veterinarian and director, said, “Although the procedure performed at Thibodaux is not always common, it is a great example of what our animal care and animal health teams do to provide excellent care to our animals. What do you do every day on campus? Of animal health.
The Zoo urges its visitors that “Guests should not throw coins into any body of water at the Zoo. Any loose change can be exchanged as souvenir coins in one of the many machines around the Zoo or in our “Is. The courtyard of the Desert Dome.”
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