They probably decided the park would be more popular in China.
I think it would have went over well. Perhaps they will have a
Zootopia land in one of their parks here.
Other than mascots at sports events, entertainment parks, and parades
costumed characters don't get much respect here. I have seen people
throw things at sports mascots, and otherwise harass them.
Costumed animal characters aren't as popular here as in other countries.
People like the movies of animated animals, but not so much in real life.
Not counting those of us in the fandom though.