The Columbus Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved residents, Simba the sea lion.The 14-year-old California sea lion died Thursday due to complications with a respiratory infection.The zoo said Simba's keepers noticed has was uncharacteristically stretching his neck, an indication that he may be congested. While treating him, they noticed his condition worsened.Animal health experts started treating him, when he went into cardiac arrest and was unable to be saved.Simba passed away, surrounded by his devoted care team, officials said. Simba arrived at the Columbus Zoo on May 17, 2020, along with nine other sea lions and four harbor seals. Simba was one of six sea lions brought into the Columbus Zoo’s care when their facility in China needed to place them. Simba was more of a caramel color and could also be identified by his unique vocalization, which his care team affectionately called his “baby bark.” He was very close with his trainers, who say that working with Simba was incredibly rewarding, as he was smart, kind and a wonderful ambassador for his species, the zoo said in a post on Facebook.
The Columbus Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved residents, Simba the sea lion.
The 14-year-old California sea lion died Thursday due to complications with a respiratory infection.
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The zoo said Simba's keepers noticed has was uncharacteristically stretching his neck, an indication that he may be congested. While treating him, they noticed his condition worsened.
Animal health experts started treating him, when he went into cardiac arrest and was unable to be saved.
Simba passed away, surrounded by his devoted care team, officials said.
Simba arrived at the Columbus Zoo on May 17, 2020, along with nine other sea lions and four harbor seals. Simba was one of six sea lions brought into the Columbus Zoo’s care when their facility in China needed to place them.
Simba was more of a caramel color and could also be identified by his unique vocalization, which his care team affectionately called his “baby bark.” He was very close with his trainers, who say that working with Simba was incredibly rewarding, as he was smart, kind and a wonderful ambassador for his species, the zoo said in a post on Facebook.
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