The Toronto Zoo mourns the sudden death of 13-year-old giraffe Kiko after a tragic accident involving a door, highlighting concerns over the endangered status of Masai giraffes due to poaching and habitat loss.
A bison in Yellowstone died after stumbling into the near-boiling waters of Grand Prismatic Spring, highlighting the dangers of hot springs to wildlife and the importance of staying on designated paths for visitors.
A 3-month-old female giraffe at Zoo Miami died after breaking its neck, with officials suspecting asphyxiation. The zoo is still unsure of the cause but believes the giraffe may have been startled, leading to the fatal injury. The incident is described as a devastating loss, and the zoo is closely monitoring the herd for any signs of stress or abnormal behavior while actively investigating the giraffe's death.