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Adelaide Zoo is grieving the loss of its lion pair after a heartbreaking decision was made to euthanise both animals following the end of their long-time bond. Mujambi, a 19-year-old male, suffered a medical episode over the weekend, Adelaide Zoo said. Despite the dedicated efforts of the zoo’s veterinary team, the decision was made to humanely euthanise him to prevent further suffering. However, shortly after 23-year-old Amani, and the oldest lioness in Australia, was also put to sleep.
“Choosing when it is the right to say goodbye to an animal is a hardship but also a blessing,” Adelaide Zoo director Dr Phil Ainsley said. “As well as the complex ethics surrounding euthanasia, and Zoos SA’s commitment to ensuring the best welfare outcome for animals in our care, we also have to consider species-specific behaviour.
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