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Granby Zoo Bids Farewell to Beloved Rhino Shaboola

2/7/2025

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Quebec's Granby Zoo mourns the loss of Shaboola, a cherished 45-year-old white rhinoceros, who was euthanized on February 5 due to severe health complications. As the first white rhino born in Canada, Shaboola touched the hearts of many. In her memory, the zoo will welcome two new female rhinos this spring to join her companion, K.C.

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Quebec's Granby Zoo mourns the loss of Shaboola, a cherished 45-year-old white rhinoceros, who was euthanized on February 5 due to severe health complications. As the first white rhino born in Canada, Shaboola touched the hearts of many. In her memory, the zoo will welcome two new female rhinos this spring to join her companion, K.C.