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Beloved Albino Alligator Claude Passes Away at 30

12/3/2025

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  • Claude, the albino alligator at the California Academy of Sciences, died at age 30.
  • He had been undergoing treatment for a suspected infection after showing a reduced appetite.
  • During his 17 years at the academy, he became an iconic resident and unofficial mascot.
  • A necropsy will be conducted at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to determine cause.
  • The museum plans a public memorial and encourages fans to share memories of Claude.