Exotic Incident #2748

Incident Date:
11/27/2016
Location:
Apple Valley, MN - USA
Facility Name:
Minnesota Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Animal Death (AD)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Amur tiger
Animal disposition:
Dead

Summary:

Molniy, a 17-year-old Amur tiger, died. He was euthanized due to chronic health issues and his declining health overall.

Action take by Born Free USA:

Notes:

http://m.startribune.com/minnesota-zoo-s-senior-tiger-molniy-dies-at-16-years-old/403792106/