2-year-old gorilla 'Eyare' dies unexpectedly at Calgary Zoo
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A young gorilla at the Calgary Zoo has died. The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo announced a member of its western lowland gorilla troop passed away unexpectedly, in a news release Tuesday.
A young gorilla at the Calgary Zoo has died.
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo announced a member of its western lowland gorilla troop passed away unexpectedly, in a news release Tuesday.
Zoo officials confirmed two-year-old female Eyare was injured on Tuesday while moving between back of house spaces.
Despite the zoo’s care and vet team’s efforts to save her, she died as a result of her injuries.
The zoo is investigating the incident, and would not share any further details about Eyare’s injuries or what caused them.
“Her passing will leave an immense hole in the hearts of our organization and our community,” Colleen Baird, the zoo’s director of animal care, health and welfare.
“Eyare will be remembered for her playful, curious spirit. Her short, but impactful life brought unending joy to our lives, she will be deeply missed by all.”
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