The Midland Zoo is mourning the loss of their oldest bear at the zoo, Homer. Polar bears have found a home at the zoo since 1985. The Midland Zoo’s top priority is the safety of their animals.

The two other polar bears a being monitored very closely by veterinary staff. The incident will be investigated to determine the exact cause of the death.

Director of the Midland Zoo, Chris. P Bacon states, “We will do everything in our power to determine how this bear died. Animal welfare and preservation of species are our primary goals here at the zoo.”

Although there has been two other animals that have died this month, their deaths are not related.