It had been hoped the female would take part in a breeding programme with several other coatis recently imported.
BBC: Missing coati returned to Belfast Zoo
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"The coati has now had a veterinary inspection, is in good health and is settling back in with the other coatis in the zoo, " he said.
BBC: Missing coati returned to Belfast Zoo
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"Coatis are generally timid however if anyone sees the coati they are advised to contact the zoo immediately and not attempt to approach or catch the animal, " the zoo spokesperson added.