Obituaries
Franklin Park Zoo’s Gigi The Gorilla Dies At 47
The zoo said the 47-year-old gorilla has been having health issues for the past few months, and her symptoms worsened the past few days.
BOSTON — Sad news today for Boston animal lovers. Zoo New England announced Saturday that Franklin Park Zoo’s Gigi the gorilla has died.
The zoo said the 47-year-old gorilla has been having health issues for the past few months, and that her symptoms worsened the past few days.
Out of concern for her quality of life after a medical assessment Saturday morning, the zoo decided to put her down.
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“We are deeply saddened to share the news of Gigi’s passing,” John Linehan, Zoo New England President and CEO, said in a statement. “She was part of the zoo family for nearly 40 years, and will be incredibly missed by the staff who has cared for her for so many years.”
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