health
March 10, 2026
It is unknown how he got to Serbia, his owner left him here and moved on: Kangaroo Dragan is now a favorite in Niš
About 200 abandoned animals are housed in the Zooplanet shelter in Kamenica near Niš. A kangaroo recently joined this large family. Zooplanet does not have information on how it got to our country, and it has been in the shelter for several months.
TL;DR
- Zooplanet shelter in Kamenica near Niš houses approximately 200 abandoned animals.
- A kangaroo, named Dragan, was surrendered by its owner who was moving abroad.
- Dragan, a wallaby kangaroo species, eats fruits, vegetables, special granules, and branches.
- He has adapted well, interacting with staff and enjoying sunny weather.
- The shelter also houses alpacas, deer, emus, and other animals, cared for by volunteers.
- The shelter faces challenges, including water shortages and reliance on donations for funding.
- Zooplanet is open to visitors on weekends, serving as an educational center for children about the animal world.
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