5-year-old Topeka Zoo ostrich Karen died after swallowing keys; zoo reviews safety protocols.

5-year-old ostrich Karen at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center in Kansas died after swallowing a staff member's keys. Despite consultations with experts and attempts at both surgical and non-surgical methods, Karen was euthanized and passed away. The zoo is reviewing its safety protocols and conducting a thorough investigation into the incident involving the staff member.

April 22, 2024
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