Swiss zoo rejects criticism after chimp birth

A Swiss zoo has defended itself against “sweeping statements” from an animal rights group following the birth of a chimpanzee in captivity. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The German group Peta called on the Walter Zoo in eastern Switzerland to stop its breeding programme after the birth of the chimp. They argue that housing the chimpanzees is not species-appropriate and is like imprisoning the animals. “We know that we are a scientifically managed institution, that our...