Milwaukee, WI
Milwaukee County Zoo giraffe dies, 2nd in past week
Giraffe Rahna (Courtesy: Milwaukee County Zoo)
MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee County Zoo on Wednesday, March 29 introduced the loss of life of “Rahna” – a 30-year-old reticulated giraffe.
Rahna was humanely euthanized after experiencing age-related well being points, the zoo mentioned in a Fb put up.
It’s the second lately introduced giraffe loss of life, coming precisely one week after the zoo introduced the sudden passing of a distinct giraffe, “Bahatika.”
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The zoo mentioned Rahna was often known as the “blonde” giraffe. She had one calf and was an “auntie” to latest giraffe calves on the zoo.
“Rahna was a ‘sensible and observant giraffe,’” the giraffe care staff mentioned, per the put up. “Watching her develop from a wise and ‘sassy’ younger giraffe right into a candy and mellow senior has been an honor and a pleasure.”
The zoo’s Giraffe Constructing was closed Wednesday to provide the animals house to grieve. The zoo mentioned patrons can assist Rahna by means of the Giraffe Conservation Basis.