Exotic Incident #2808
Incident Date:
09/02/2016
Location:
Denver, CO - USA
Facility Name:
Denver Zoo
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Animal Death (AD)
Species:
Elephants
Animal:
Asian elephant
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
Dolly, an approximately 52-year-old Asian elephant, was euthanized due to declining health. She suffered from foot issues and age-related arthritis.
Action take by Born Free USA:
Notes:
http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news/local-news/denver-zoo-mourns-death-of-sweet-elephant-dolly