This morning, Midland Zoo lost the life of their oldest polar bear. Homer, a 16 year old female polar bear, was found unresponsive at 7 a.m. this morning by her caretaker. The cause of her death is still under investigation. Homer’s exhibit counterparts, Yukon and McKenzie, were removed from the habitat for precautionary measures and are being cared for by the veterinary staff. Homer lived a long, normal, life here at Midland Zoo. A life fit for the wild. Including hunting for trout, playing in snow, and engaging with others of her kind. Although a huge loss, we, Midland Zoo, plan to be completely transparent and release the results of the necropsy to the media in a couple of weeks.