Kumang, a 44-year-old Bornean orangutan, died Thursday during recovery from anesthesia, according to a statement from the South Florida zoo.
This photo provided by Zoo Miami shows orangutan Kumang, a 44-year-old Bornean orangutan who died Thursday, Sept. 23, 2021, during recovery from anesthesia. , a 44-year-old Bornean orangutan, died Thursday during recovery from anesthesia, according to a statement from the South Florida zoo.
“We at Zoo Miami are heartbroken over this terrible loss and our deepest condolences go out to the staff that provided Kumang with such great care over the years,” the statement said. The great ape had been anesthetized for the removal of two teeth, which were damaged and causing an infection in her gums, official’s said. The anesthesia, examination and dental care went as planned. Kumang was closely monitored by veterinarians, veterinary technicians and a human cardiologist. Her vitals remained stable, officials said.
After the procedure, Kumang was returned to her enclosure, where she began to recover. Zoo workers said she was able to sit up and climb to her platform bed. But then for unknown reasons, she lied down and stopped breathing, officials said. Efforts to resuscitate Kumang, including CPR, were unsuccessful. Officials said a thorough necropsy will be performed to determine the cause of death.Bornean orangutans are considered endangered, with a global population of just over 100,000.
Canada Latest News, Canada Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
James Argent to show off new fitness by taking part in celebrity football matchFormer TOWIE star James Argent has been looking better than ever after revealing he had dropped seven stone following gastric sleeve surgery
Read more »
Inside Linda Evangelista's cosmetic surgery hell after being left unrecognisableLinda Evangelista has claimed that she has been left 'disfigured' following a cosmetic surgery procedure that went wrong and this is not the first time she has had issues
Read more »
Joe Jonas & Sophie Turner Drop $11 Mil on Miami MansionJoe Jonas and Sophie Turner have bought a mansion in Miami for $11 million.
Read more »