Toronto Zoo mourns death of giraffe Kiko after 'tragic' accident: '2026 has begun in the most heartbreaking way'
Yahoo News Canada••entertainment
Key Points:
- The Toronto Zoo announced the sudden death of Kiko, a 13-year-old male Masai giraffe, who was fatally injured after getting caught in a door while exploring a new area of his habitat.
- Kiko's unique anatomy, including a delicate head and six-foot neck, contributed to the fatality, and he had been recovering from a previous hoof injury at the time.
- An investigation is underway, with a postmortem being conducted at the University of Guelph, and the zoo plans to release the full findings upon completion.
- The news elicited widespread condolences from other zoos and the public, highlighting Kiko's significance and the sadness surrounding his loss.
- Masai giraffes are endangered
