Mystery Poisoning Kills 5 Meerkats at Philadelphia Zoo.
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Five meerkats at the Philadelphia Zoo died after being exposed to an unknown toxin from a dye called Nyanzol-D, which is routinely used to identify animals. The zoo has suspended the use of the dye until officials determine what caused the meerkats' deaths. Necropsy results are pending.
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