2 Fort Worth Zoo hyenas on temporary exhibit at Abilene Zoo
Staff report
Two Fort Worth Zoo striped hyenas have found a temporary home at the Abilene Zoo.
Because of its accreditation with the Association of Zoos & Aquariums, the Abilene Zoo is able to participate with other facilities in loaning animals for breeding, temporary housing and other projects, spokeswoman Jennifer Pacheco said.
The male hyena Felix and the female Farrah, both 11, will remain at the Abilene facility for about two years until the Fort Worth Zoo project is completed in spring 2023, according to an Abilene Zoo news release.
Hyenas, which are part of the feline animal family and not canine, have not been on exhibit at the Abilene Zoo since 2009, officials said.