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Louisville Zoo Mourns Passing of Beloved Orangutan Teak (Media Release)

March 27, 2024

Today, the Louisville Zoo is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved animals: 36-year-old orangutan, Teak. A well-known and popular Zoo resident, the male orangutan was humanely euthanized following a multi-year battle with heart disease. Find Out More

Show & Tell at the Zoo

June 17, 2015

Summer is in full swing at the Louisville Zoo. The orangutans are playing, the owls are hooting and Louisville Zoo keepers are sharing stories about your favorite animals, all over the Zoo! Watching animals in their habitats is fascinating. Now … Find Out More