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The water receptacle for the enclosure containing Sher Kahn had a layer of green scum lining its interior surface. The water receptacle for the tigers Lenny and Squiggy also had a layer of green scum on its interior. The water receptacle for the lion had algae floating in it. The water receptacle for the sheep had a layer of green scum on its interior surface. The water receptacle for the lama had a layer of green scum on its interior surface. The water receptacle for the tiger known as JJ had a layer of brownish green scum on its interior surface. The water receptacles in the enclosures for the American black bears and the Asian black bears had algae floating in them. The water receptacle for the coyote had greenish algae scum lining its interior. These receptacles are not being kept clean and sanitary. Dirty water receptacles can affect water palatability. It can also lead to contamination of the water by pathogenic organisms. Water palatability is very important with large cats as poor water palatability can lead to decreased consumption. Decreased water consumption can lead to renal function problems. The majority of the large cats at this facility are advanced in age, making them especially susceptible to kidney problems. Clean these water receptacles. Clean them as often as need to keep the water clean.