Giraffe and Unborn Calf Die in Latest Sydney Zoo Tragedy

Beloved giraffe and unborn calf die suddenly

A Sydney Zoo giraffe and its unborn calf have died unexpectedly in an incident that has left staff and visitors ‘incredibly heartbroken’.

Sydney giraffe and unborn calf die unexpectedly

A Sydney Zoo giraffe and its calf have died following complications during labour.

Giraffe and unborn calf die in latest Sydney Zoo tragedy

Several animals have suddenly died at the zoo in recent years, including a chimpanzee and bull sharks.

'Heartbreak' as pregnant giraffe unexpectedly dies at Sydney Zoo

An icon of Sydney Zoo has died due to complications during birth.Nzuri the giraffe and her unborn calf passed away due to severe complications during labour on last Thursday night.Sydney Zoo said in a statement animal care staff noticed signs of active labour in Nzuri but as the process progressed, it became apparent that the birth was not proceeding normally.READ MORE: Cold fronts to bring Australia-wide soaking this weekA team of three veteri…