National· August 17, 2026 at 11:56 p.m.
Calgary Zoo Grizzly Bear Escapes Enclosure, Safely Returned
Key takeaways
- A one-year-old grizzly bear named Fitz escaped from its enclosure at the Calgary Zoo
- The bear was safely returned to its habitat after being anesthetized
- This is not the first time a bear has attempted to escape at the Calgary Zoo
A one-year-old grizzly bear named Fitz at the Calgary Zoo climbed over a wire fence and escaped its enclosure. The incident occurred on Sunday morning. Zoo staff anesthetized the bear and returned it safely to its habitat before the zoo opened for visitors.
