A beloved giraffe at an Arizona wildlife park died from complications from previous "anesthetic procedures," officials said on social media.
"We are deeply heartbroken to announce farewell to our beloved friend Kibo," officials with Out of Africa Wildlife Park in Campe Verde announced on Twitter. "He touched thousands over 20 years at our park."
We are deeply heartbroken to announce farewell to our beloved friend Kibo. He touched thousands over 20 years at our park. pic.twitter.com/zq2cN536he
— Out of Africa Park (@OutofAfricaPark) August 22, 2019
The 20-year-old giraffe died Tuesday, KNXV reported.
In a Facebook post, the zoo said Kibo "had a level of wit and curiosity that surpassed any other friends with which he shared his space."
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