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Fresno Chaffee Zoo Giraffe 'Baba' Passes Away

Baba, one of the oldest reticulated giraffes in the U.S., was euthanized due to advancing arthritis after living 31 years, surpassing the 19-year average lifespan.

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The zoo says its Animal Care and Veterinary Teams made the difficult decision to euthanize Baba due to her advancing arthritis.

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Fresno Chaffee Zoo giraffe 'Baba' passes away

The zoo says its Animal Care and Veterinary Teams made the difficult decision to euthanize Baba due to her advancing arthritis.

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Fresno Chaffee Zoo mourns loss of beloved giraffe Baba at 31

Fresno Chaffee Zoo announced the death of Baba, a female reticulated giraffe, who was humanely euthanized on Friday due to age-related health issues.Dr. Audrey

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Baba, matriarch of Fresno Chaffee Zoo's giraffe herd, dies

Fresno Chaffee Zoo said goodbye to a long time friend on Friday announcing the death of Baba, a female reticulated giraffe.  Baba, 31, was one of the oldest of her species in the United States.

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The Business Journal broke the news in on Friday, November 21, 2025.
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