Escaped wolf's home reopens to crowds in Daejeon

Daejeon O-World, a popular South Korean zoo and amusement park, is bustling with visitors during its first weekend since reopening after a 45-day closure. The closure was prompted by the escape of a wolf named "Neukgu."

On Saturday, the park saw approximately 3,000 visitors by 1 p.m., with an estimated 5,000 expected by the end of the day. Families with young children, many pushing strollers, formed long queues at the ticket booths from the park's opening at 9:30 a.m.

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There's a spot on the wolf's tail.

The "Wolf Safari" area in the Flower Land section continues to be a major draw. However, the observation path within the enclosure has been closed since the park's reopening on June 5. Park officials stated this measure is to prevent stress to the wolves, including Neukgu, who is currently recovering at an external medical facility after being captured on April 17.

Despite the closure of the direct observation path, visitors seem content with the other attractions, including rides and various animal exhibits. Some visitors expressed a desire to spot Neukgu, with one child confidently identifying a wolf by its spotted tail. The park's parking lot was full by noon, indicating the success of its reopening weekend.

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I couldn't find Neukgu, but there are many other things to see and rides, so the children aren't too disappointed.