24-year-old African penguin walks again thanks to new sandals Posted by Tsoku Maela on 27 October 2022 An African penguin named Beach Donkey, who was diagnosed with bumblefoot, took new strides at New England Aquarium in Boston recently. The 24-year-old penguin was fitted with special sandals that help her walk during the treatment. Picture: Screenshot Bumblefoot, or pododermatitis, is a condition that occurs commonly in captive penguins. Inflammation in the foot is usually a symptom associated with the condition. ‘Chronic pododermatitis can progress to a deeper infection of the underlying soft tissue structures and bone and can also predispose the bird to other health issues,’ said Melissa Joblon, an associate veterinarian at New England Aquarium speaking to Gizmodo Staff at the aquarium looked on as she took little “field trips” around the aquarium to get accustomed to her new sandals and surroundings. You can watch it here, too! View this post on Instagram A post shared by New England Aquarium (@newenglandaquarium) Follow us on social media for more travel news, inspiration, and guides. You can also tag us to be featured. TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | Twitter ALSO READ: This 20-year-old wants to become the youngest person to visit every country Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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