The 33-year old zoo keeper worked with carnivores at Hamerton Zoo in Cambridgeshire and adored every single one of the animals under her care. She formed close bonds with the animals and was devastated when several Big Cats died due to old age or illness. Her close friend, Tracey Eyre, explained how Rosa had been heartbroken when Blizzard, a tiger, died from old age. The 48-year-old explained: "Rosa knew she was dealing with dangerous animals, she knew they were wild. Rosa had gone into the tiger enclosure to clear the viewing windows so members of the public could see the majestic beasts more clearly.

Source: Daily Mirror June 30, 2020 12:19 UTC