Chicago Zoo Bear's Delightful Snack Steals Hearts Online

Lincoln Park Zoo's Black Bear Birch Enjoys Special Floral Treat Chicago, IL – Lincoln Park Zoo delighted its residents and online viewers alike with a heartwarming video showing Birch, one of their black bears, enjoying a unique snack. The short clip posted by ABC7 Chicago shows Birch gently eating a bouquet of pansies and other plants. The zoo's enrichment program provides animals with stimulating activities. A zookeeper, Lauren Carlson, stated, "We regularly incorporate enrichment activities to keep the animals engaged and mentally stimulated." The video's simple charm quickly gained popularity online, highlighting the positive impact of such programs on animal welfare. The zoo hopes to continue sharing such moments to further connect with the community and promote awareness of animal care.