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flag Jock, the UK’s oldest gorilla, died two weeks after being moved to a new habitat at Bristol Zoo Project.

flag Jock, a 42-year-old silverback western lowland gorilla and the oldest in the UK, died two weeks after being moved to a new habitat at Bristol Zoo Project. flag The relocation followed the closure of the Clifton site in 2022 and the construction of a larger, purpose-built enclosure. flag Jock, who had pre-existing age-related health issues, experienced a sudden decline and was euthanized to prevent further suffering. flag The cause of death remains under investigation. flag His passing has prompted renewed scrutiny of the zoo’s animal care practices and the timing of the move, especially for an aging animal. flag The remaining gorillas are healthy and being closely monitored. flag Western lowland gorillas typically live 35 to 40 years in the wild, and their populations continue to decline due to poaching and habitat loss.

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