The following is a news release from the Idaho Falls Zoo. Idaho Falls Zoo is proud to announce there’s a new girl in town: an Amur tiger named Eloise. In April, the zoo’s long-time resident, Basha, passed away due to health complications resulting from old age. Since then, the zoo’s animal care specialists have been […]
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IDAHO FALLS Idaho Falls Zoo’s 2021 season is off to a wild start with some great events for everyone. The zoo is open daily, from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., including holidays (and yes, that means we are open Memorial Day).
May 7: Sippin’ Safari- Join us for a new zoo fundraiser, Sippin’ Safari, from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening strolling the zoo listening to live music with your family. You’ll have the opportunity to purchase adult and non-alcoholic drinks, so bring your ID! All ages are welcome. Tickets
Idaho Falls Zoo mourns the death of elderly tiger
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Basha, an Amur tiger, was the oldest living tiger at any Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo.
The following is a news release from the Idaho Falls Zoo.
IDAHO FALLS It is with a heavy heart that Idaho Falls Zoo shares the sad news of the passing of our beloved Amur tiger, Basha. At 18 years old, she was the oldest living tiger at any Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoo. She passed due to complications associated with old age on April 6. The average life span for females of her species is 14.3 years.