Edinburgh Zoo announces death of oldest male red panda

The zoo announced that Kevyn passed away over the weekend after moving to the centre in 2022.

Edinburgh Zoo announces death of oldest male red panda following ‘health issues’Edinburgh Zoo

Edinburgh Zoo has announced the death of its oldest male red panda, who was a “favourite” among staff and visitors.

The zoo announced that Kevyn passed away over the weekend aged 14 after moving to the centre in 2022 following ten years at the Highland Wildlife Park.

He faced “age related health issues” and was being monitored by zookeepers and vets.

Kevyn had been living with a new female panda called Priya at the zoo.

A statement read: “We are sad to share the loss of Kevyn, our eldest male red panda, who passed away this weekend.

“At 14 years old, Kevyn had been facing age related health issues and was being cared for closely by our expert keepers and vets.

“After spending ten years at the Highland Wildlife Park and fathering seven kits, he moved to Edinburgh Zoo in 2022, where he has been living with our new female, Priya.

“He was a favourite among staff and visitors during his time at both our charity’s zoos and will be hugely missed.”

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