Happy, an Asian elephant, was euthanized at the Bronx Zoo in New York City on May 26, 2026, at the age of 55. The decision was made by zoo staff due to 'progressive, age-related health conditions,' according to the Wildlife Conservation Society, which operates the zoo. Happy was previously involved in a notable court case in 2018 regarding her legal rights as a non-human animal.
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Happy the elephant euthanized at Bronx Zoo at age 55
Happy, an Asian elephant at the Bronx Zoo, was euthanized on May 26, 2026, due to age-related health issues. She was 55 years old and had been the subject of a significant court case concerning her legal rights.
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