Grevy´s zebra foal dies at Reid Park Zoo

Reid Park Zoo is mourning the loss of the Grevy’s zebra foal born on July 4. A preliminary exam showed the foal most likely died from a spinal injury.

“Yesterday, during morning animal health checks, the young zebra was found lying next to his mother. At this point initial radiographs show a fracture in his cervical spine, however we are uncertain of the nature of the injury or how he sustained it,” said Dr. Sue Tygielski, director of zoological operations.

“Zebras as a species can become easily startled and, sadly, young zebras have a high mortality rate.” The zebra care team is keeping a close eye on Anna, the mother, following her loss.

At this time, she is spending more time interacting with her keepers and will transition to spending days with her male companion, Ben. Grevy’s zebras are endangered, with fewer than 2,000 of the species remaining in the wild.

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