Portland: “Big Bird” Enthusiast Causes Chaos at Oregon Zoo

Portland: “Big Bird” Enthusiast Causes Chaos at Oregon ZooPortland: “Big Bird” Enthusiast Causes Chaos at Oregon Zoo Chaos erupted at the Oregon Zoo on Tuesday afternoon when a fanatical “Big Bird” enthusiast caused a commotion, much to the amusement and bemusement of visitors. The unidentified individual, clad in an oversized yellow costume resembling the beloved Sesame Street character, strutted around the zoo’s bird exhibit, waving and honking at unsuspecting animals. Witnesses reported that the man’s antics quickly drew attention, with some visitors laughing hysterically while others looked on in bewilderment. “I was watching the penguins when all of a sudden there was this giant yellow bird just dancing around,” said zoogoer Sarah Johnson. “It was so surreal.” The man’s behavior didn’t end there. He began chasing after a flightless emu, attempting to give it a high-five. The emu, clearly unimpressed, took off running, leaving the “Big Bird” enthusiast in its dust. Zoo officials initially responded to the disturbance with amusement, but as the man’s antics continued, they decided to intervene. A security guard escorted the “Big Bird” impersonator out of the exhibit, where he was met with a chorus of laughter and applause from onlookers. “We encourage our visitors to enjoy the zoo, but we also ask them to respect the animals and follow the rules,” said zoo spokesperson Lisa Mangelsdorf. “Dressing up as a giant yellow bird and chasing after emus is not exactly the behavior we promote.” The incident has since gone viral on social media, with many praising the man’s sense of humor and spirit of joy. Others, however, criticized his actions, calling them disrespectful and unsafe. Regardless of the mixed reactions, the “Big Bird” enthusiast has certainly made his mark on the Oregon Zoo. Years from now, visitors may still be chuckling over the day when a yellow-feathered interloper brought chaos to the birdhouse.