The Montgomery Zoo has announced the death of its oldest chimpanzee, Snika. alnews montgomeryal montgomeryzoo alabamanewsnetwork
The zoo says Snika had a sudden and severe decline in her health that was unresponsive to treatment. She was euthanized on September 8 to prevent suffering or injury from her troop mates, according to the zoo. since December 1994, and loved by thousands of guests and members. Though the zoo says her birth date is not known, she was estimated to be in her 60s or even older, being quite possibly one of the oldest chimps in human care at the time of her death.
“Snika was one of the most incredible and patient animals I’ve ever had the pleasure to work with. She was a wonderful teacher to our younger chimps, our staff, and our team as a whole. Our hearts are incredibly heavy with this loss, as it is one that is felt through the . We are grateful to have had the opportunity to learn from her independent, patient, and strong spirit,” says Andi Clason, Animal Care Manager. across the world can learn Snika’s secret to such a long life.
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