Dec 04 2022
Polar Bear News Release
Homer the 16 year old playful polar bear was found dead in his exhibit this morning.
Homer was a fan favorite at the Midland Zoo. The polar bear exhibit was unique as it allowed the bears to engage in natural behaviors such as digging in the snow and gravel and hunting fish in the chillied pool.
“Homer was a very curious and playful polar bear and we will miss him terribly” said zookeeper Sara Getty.
As for the cause of death a necropsy will be performed and the results will be posted when they are available.
The Midland Zoo has had a sad month as two other animals have died. Three deaths this month including Homer as well as a giraffe and a bobcat. The deaths were all unrelated and bring despair to frequent visitors of the zoo.
The polar bears have been great ambassadors for their wild relatives, educating the visitors on the endangered species.
One response so far
The tone is good, Tyson, but no need to mention the other deaths unless the media ask directly. Keep the focus on Homer and the zoo’s response.