Boston's Franklin Park Zoo Mourns The Loss Of 38-Year-Old Gorilla "Kit"

CBS Boston

Updated on: December 6, 2024

BOSTON - The Franklin Park Zoo is mourning the loss of Kitombe, a 38-year-old male western lowland gorilla. The zoo said "Kit" had serious health issues and was examined under anesthesia on Thursday.

After assessing Kit's condition, the decision was made to humanely euthanize him due to his "poor prognosis and serious quality of life concerns," the zoo said.

"We are devastated to share the news of Kit's passing," said John Linehan, Zoo New England President and CEO. "He has been part of our zoo family for more than 25 years, and will be deeply missed by the staff who has cared for him for so many years. He was an incredible father to his five offspring with his mate Kiki, and it was a joy to watch his gentle interactions with them."

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