A beloved 18-year-old reticulated giraffe named Chioke at the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, was euthanized on March 28 following a severe foot injury. Known for his significant presence at the zoo, Chioke suffered a fracture in his foot, leading to the decision to euthanize him to prevent further suffering. This event has drawn attention from various news outlets, highlighting the impact Chioke had on the zoo and its visitors.
A beloved giraffe at a zoo in South Dakota has died. https://t.co/bVc8pYdbUe
The Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House & Aquarium in Sioux Falls announced the death of Chioke, an 18-year-old reticulated giraffe. He died March 28. https://t.co/w49ub6swyE
A beloved giraffe at a South Dakota zoo was euthanized following a severe fracture in its foot. https://t.co/vj7wK2Tvk3
South Dakota zoo euthanizes beloved giraffe after foot injury https://t.co/a9iv9y8ql8
A rare newborn giraffe "kicked up her heels" on the animal's first foray outdoors at a zoo. https://t.co/a6KPp5SZHw
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