"Just when you think you've seen it all. The Town of Pierson is hopping tonight," Sheriff Chitwood shared on his social media, alongside a screenshot of a post from the "Pierson Community Page." Officials believe the kangaroo managed to escape after the bear entered its enclosure. As of now, the marsupial remains on the loose. Authorities urge anyone who comes across the wayward kangaroo to contact the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.A Rural Town with an Unexpected Visitor
Pierson, a small, rural town located about 11 miles north of De Leon Springs, isn’t accustomed to wildlife of this sort. Kangaroos are not native to Florida—they are indigenous to Australia and New Guinea. Yet, this isn't Florida's first encounter with one of these curious creatures.Back in February 2024, a loose kangaroo caused a stir in Tampa. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from an apartment complex where a resident reported seeing the animal near the pool. Fortunately, the runaway kangaroo was safely reunited with its owner. The search for Pierson's escaped kangaroo continues, with officials hoping for a swift and safe capture.
Pierson, a small, rural town located about 11 miles north of De Leon Springs, isn’t accustomed to wildlife of this sort. Kangaroos are not native to Florida—they are indigenous to Australia and New Guinea. Yet, this isn't Florida's first encounter with one of these curious creatures.Back in February 2024, a loose kangaroo caused a stir in Tampa. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office responded to a call from an apartment complex where a resident reported seeing the animal near the pool. Fortunately, the runaway kangaroo was safely reunited with its owner. The search for Pierson's escaped kangaroo continues, with officials hoping for a swift and safe capture.