A 50-year-old gorilla has been euthanized due to severe health issues. The animal had chronic osteoarthritis and other serious concerns. A recent exam revealed a poor prognosis, leading care teams to make the decision.

The gorilla was born in 1976 and had been part of a zoo collection since age 1.

Further information about the gorilla and the zoo's conservation efforts is available from the source, including details about another gorilla expecting an infant.