Clyde--The "Personality" of The Dakota Zoo Bismark, N. Dak.

I used to get awful excited in anticipation of seeing Clyde, when my folks would take us to the Dakota Zoo in the mid-late 60's.  Clyde lived alone at that time.

Vintage Detroit Zoo 1972

I understand the principle of this "squeeze cage,"  with the animal not having to be sedated much, but it sure seems cumbersome to move from place to place.

Vintage Brookfield Zoo 1949 Opening Of The New Water Bird Exhibit