Zoo Spares Rare Gorilla After Attack on Keeper
United Press International
NEW YORK —
Bronx Zoo officials said Sunday that they will not destroy a rare female gorilla that attacked a zookeeper Saturday and bit off her right thumb and index finger. The keeper was reported to be in fair condition after surgery to reattach the index finger.
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