‘Gentle, intelligent’ 22-year-old giraffe dies at Jacksonville Zoo

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A 22-year-old giraffe named “Spock” was euthanized at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens on Monday, according to the zoo’s Facebook page. Spock was a geriatric giraffe and…

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22-year-old giraffe Spock dies at Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens

Spock was humanely euthanized due to health concerns stemming from her age. She was an ‘auntie’ to 22 giraffe calves throughout her long life. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Staff at the…

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