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Kansas City Zoo Mourns Beloved Capybara, Ripple

1/11/2025

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The Kansas City Zoo is heartbroken over the passing of Ripple, a beloved 12-year-old capybara, who was euthanized on December 29 after battling non-treatable cancer and age-related health issues. Since 2017, her spirited personality captured the hearts of visitors. The zoo aims to partner with the Association of Zoos & Aquariums to welcome future capybaras.

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The Kansas City Zoo is heartbroken over the passing of Ripple, a beloved 12-year-old capybara, who was euthanized on December 29 after battling non-treatable cancer and age-related health issues. Since 2017, her spirited personality captured the hearts of visitors. The zoo aims to partner with the Association of Zoos & Aquariums to welcome future capybaras.