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Homer, a 16 year old polar bear at Midland Zoo, passed away around 7am this morning. Homer was the oldest bear of the zoo and lived a long life.

Zoo Director, Chris P. Bacon, released a statement to the public regarding Homer’s death. Bacon told the press, “We will do everything in our power to determine how this bear died. Animal welfare and the preservation of species are our primary goals here at the zoo.”

The two polar bears who lived with Homer in the polar bear habitat have been removed from the exhibit to be carefully monitored by the veterinary staff. Midland Zoo would like to reassure the public in knowing that they are doing everything they can to preserve the lives of all animals.

Midland Zoo’s exhibits allow their polar bears to thrive in a unique habitat filled with manufactured snow, gravel, and a chilled pool filled with trout. This fun environment allows the polar bears to live their lives as they would in the original home.

Dr. Shanda Lear, the zoo’s senior staff veterinarian, told the press the necropsy to find out Homer’s cause of death will not be available for several weeks. More information to be released soon.