Orthodox Jews and snow monkeys
May 18, 2006At the Central Park Zoo, guards, especially those in the snow monkey area, are more alert in the days leading up to Passover. Orthodox Jews removing leavened items from their homes are known to bring sacks of bread and cake to lend variety to the typical zoo diet. Observers note that the monkeys are the primary recipients.
Zoo officials frown on this annual practice, saying the animals get sluggish and fat from the extra food.
