00:00It's that time of year again, the sun is shining, the temperatures are soaring, and animals and humans alike are
00:05looking for any excuse to cool down in summer.
00:09The keepers here at Maryland Zoo have come up with some effective and innovative ways of keeping their residents cool.
00:16From ice baths to frozen treats, it's all about ensuring the animals' health and happiness as they handle the high
00:22temperatures.
00:25And by the looks of it, these two grizzly sisters, Nova and Nita, can't wait to see which frozen treats
00:30their keepers have prepared for them today.
00:33Let's be honest, nothing stands between a grizzly bear and its breakfast, but these giant ice blocks are proving to
00:39be quite a challenge.
00:41The delicious sweet carrots are concealed between layers of thick ice.
00:46Initially, Nova seems to be beaten by the whole concept, and wanders off in search of an easier meal.
00:51Nope, nothing there. Back to the ice puzzle it is.
00:56Eventually, a combination of persistence, biting and scratching, reveals the tasty treat inside.
01:05Meanwhile, Anarchy the polar bear seems to be enjoying her popsicle.
01:09Well, at least we think so.
01:11As impressive as that polar bear backside is, let's get a different angle, shall we?
01:17Yes, that's better.
01:19She's making short work of this lemon-flavoured treat, so it might be time for some fish-sicles.
01:24Ah yes, you guessed it, a fish popsicle.
01:27They happen to be Anarchy's favourite treats.
01:30Despite her body size and structure, she is an excellent swimmer,
01:34and very happy to show off her underwater skills for a frozen breakfast.
01:42Over at the North American River Otter Exhibit, these two crafty little characters are getting ready to go fishing.
01:48Ice fishing, that is.
01:50Believe it or not, but these two otters are very happy to go face-diving in a freezing cold bucket
01:55of ice for a seafood buffet.
01:57It's tasty, it's mentally stimulating, and it's a great way to keep cool in these hot summer temperatures.
02:03You just have to beat your brother to the tastiest pieces.
02:13There is another family that like to compete for treats.
02:17Welcome to the chimpanzee exhibit, where the size of the treat you're entitled to directly reflects your position within the
02:23troop.
02:24More senior members can be seen enjoying the largest, juiciest treats,
02:29whereas the younger, lower-level troop members will take what they can get.
02:34And there's always one who manages to steal the prize piece.
02:39One of the perils of eating ice treats with your hands is getting cold fingers, and no one likes that.
02:44Easy solution?
02:45Put the ice on the ground and your bottom in the air.
02:49The treat is supported and your hands don't get cold.
02:51Problem solved.
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