The NEW Zoo and Adventure Park announced yesterday the passing of a giraffe at the zoo over the weekend. Carmen Murach, the Curator of Animals at the zoo said in a news release that the giraffe, named Hodari, died on Sunday following a brief battle with an illness. Although the Zoo Veterinarian and staff attended to him during his final hours, he could not be saved. The female giraffe, Zuri, was nearby and appears to be dealing well with the loss of her friend. Murach spoke of Hodari’s life, explaining that he lived a healthy, happy life for 15 years before he began showing signs of age-related illnesses. Hodari was a very friendly creature and formed close relationships with the guests who visited him frequently.
