The Staten Island Zoo in New York City. 

Groundhog Day 2012. Staten Island Chuck did not see his shadow, and springtime weather was declared just around the corner. Perhaps best of all for Mayor Michael Bloomberg, who had the task of holding Chuck up for all to see, there was no repeat of the 2009 performance during which the animal bit the mayor’s finger.

Still, Bloomberg wasn’t taking any chances. He wore protective gloves.

— Tina Susman in New York

(Source: photos.silive.com)

  • February 2
  • , 2012
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