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Knut gets some Female Company at Berlin Zoo

mcleare — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:58:40 +0000

One of Berlin’s most famous residents Knut the Polar Bear will be able to count on some female companionship in the future. Giovanna the female polar has just arrived from Munich Zoo where work is currently ongoing at the bear enclosure.

The bears are not however been brought together with any romantic notions in mind. The director of Berlin Zoo Mr. Bernhard Blaszkiewitz stated that he hopes Knut will be happy with the new arrival.

Knut initially found fame due to his cute appeal however anyone expecting to see that bear will instead be greeted with a large dominant polar bear. He has become quite a symbol for the city of Berlin helping swell the coffers at the Zoo no end since his arrival.

Berlin Continues Fight to Keep Knut

mcleare — Mon, 25 May 2009 16:13:38 +0000

A recent court case in Berlin saw the judge telling two rival zoos that they must sort the ownership of Knut the polar bear out between themselves. Knut has been a huge tourism draw for Berlin over the years making the zoo a lot of money as well as the local economy.

Knut was born at Berlin Zoo in 2006. Neumunster Zoo are claiming their share of the money generated by Knut. The amount is estimated to be around ten million euro. Knut’s father Lars first arrived at Berlin Zoo in 1999 from Neumunster where he fathered Knut. Neumunster is demanding either a share of revenue or the return of the bear.

It has been reported that Bernhard Blaskiewitz of Berlin Zoo offered a few penguins in return which was of course seen as an insult. A judge recommended a seven hundred thousand euro payment be made to Neumunster while Berlin Zoo were prepared to pay no more than three hundred and fifty thousand.

The case was adjourned with both parties been given two months to come to an agreement. Knut was the 1st polar bear to survive at Berlin Zoo in 30 years after been hand reared by staff when rejected by his mother.

Huge money has been generated through merchandise with Knut even becoming the cover star of an issue of Vanity Fair.

Berlin Zoo Wants Knut to Stay

mcleare — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:41:02 +0000

One of Berlin’s most famous residents, Knut the polar bear has become engulfed in a war between German Zoos. Finances are reported to be stretched at present at Berlin Zoo which has led to rumours of Knut’s departure however Berlin zoo will not give up the bear without a fight.

This news has alerted Neumuenster Zoo which is situated in the north of Germany. Director of Neumuenster, Peter Druewa has claimed ownership of the bear. Knut’s father Lars was loaned to Berlin Zoo from Neumuenster in 1999 and Knut was his first born.

Druewa has said that his Zoo is currently unable to house Knut however he has expressed concerns regarding the conditions Knut lives in at Berlin Zoo. Knut turned 2 last Friday. There is currently another polar bear in residence at Neumuenster with whom it is believed Knut would not get along.

Druewa has insisted that Knut be given a bigger enclosure at Berlin Zoo or else be moved to another Zoo where he will have better living conditions. Dr Druewa is still waiting to hear back from Berlin Zoo regarding his concerns. Claudia Bienek of Berlin Zoo said that they have already outlined their position to Dr Druewa and rubbished claims of financial woes.

The mayor of Berlin has even become involved stating his desire for Knut to remain in Berlin. The coffers at Berlin Zoo have certainly been swelled thanks to Knut.

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