Dallas Zoo reports 3rd giraffe death this month

DALLAS - The Dallas Zoo is investigating the death of another one of its giraffes after it died and had similar symptoms as 19-year-old Auggie, who passed away last week.

This is the third giraffe that has died at the Dallas Zoo this month.

According to a statement by the Dallas Zoo, Jesse the giraffe died Friday, October 29, "after a less-than-week-long battle with symptoms, and a quick deterioration, that closely mirrored what Auggie giraffe experienced."

The zoo is waiting for the final necropsy reports for Auggie and Jesse to come back to determine if there was a link between their deaths.

Outside experts are assisting the zoo in their investigation.

"Our most immediate concern is to do everything possible to isolate these tragic events and protect the other animals entrusted in our care. We have put several preventative measures in place across our animal teams to help minimize possible risks from food sources and other environmental exposures. And teams are closely monitoring giraffe and similar hoofstock for any signs of illness," according to a statement from the zoo.

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