Kangaroo found near Montreal doing well after capture, zoo says

A red kangaroo that had been loose on Montreal's South Shore is now safe and recovering at the Granby Zoo. The zoo confirmed the animal is doing well, alert, and eating normally after its capture Tuesday evening.

The kangaroo is being housed in a specialized environment away from public view to aid its recovery. The Quebec Department of Wildlife stated that the animal was believed to have been kept illegally in facilities that did not meet provincial regulations. The owner has been questioned as part of an ongoing investigation, with the department unable to provide further details at this time.

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Upon arrival, the animal was immediately taken in charge by our animal care and zoological medicine teams. We are pleased to confirm that he is doing well. This morning, he was alert and feeding normally.

Granby Zoo emphasized that the province's legislation strictly regulates the keeping of exotic animals, with stringent requirements for animal welfare and public safety. The police force overseeing the South Shore confirmed that the investigation is under government oversight and they are not involved.

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In relation to the animal’s captivity, the owner has been questioned. An investigation is currently underway … Given that the case is under investigation, we are unfortunately unable to provide further details at this time.