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Chesney the kangaroo scales tall fence and flees petting zoo in Wisconsin for three days
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Chesney the kangaroo scales tall fence and flees petting zoo in Wisconsin for three days

  • Mar 30, 2026
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Chesney the kangaroo jumped an eight-foot fence to escape his petting zoo in Wisconsin, spending three days on the lam. The young marsupial was spooked by stray dogs and went on the run last week.

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Kangaroo that escaped from Wisconsin petting zoo found safe after 3-day drone search

Kangaroo that escaped from Wisconsin petting zoo found safe after 3-day drone search

"Chesney the kangaroo has officially been found ... Apparently his dramatic ‘I’m running away to start a new life’ phase is over. Honestly, we’ve all had those days."

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