Boston's Franklin Park Zoo mourns death of 17-year-old lion

Franklin Park Zoo announces death of 17-year-old lion

“We are completely heartbroken to share the news about Dinari. He will be deeply missed by his care team, and all who knew him."

Boston's Franklin Park Zoo mourns death of 17-year-old lion

A 17-year-old male lion at Boston's Franklin Park Zoo has passed away, Zoo New England announced Thursday.

Franklin Park Zoo's Dinari the Lion Dies at Age 17

Dinari, the last lion at Boston's Franklin Park Zoo, was euthanized at 17 after kidney failure, leaving the habitat empty for now.

Franklin Park Zoo's Last Lion, Dinari, Dies at 17

Franklin Park Zoo has announced the death of Dinari, its last remaining lion. He was 17 years old. According to the Boston Globe, Dinari was humanely euthanized after his health rapidly declined. He had been experiencing lethargy, loss of appetite, and chronic kidney failure. Dinari arrived at Franklin Park Zoo in 2015 with his brother, Kamaia, [...]