4th ape dies from infection at Jacksonville Zoo
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Reports Fourth Ape Dies From Shigella Outbreak
A shigella outbreak has been ravaging the wildlife at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens for weeks. Unfortunately, another fatality has occurred that is directly tied to the spread of the infection. A three-year-old western lowland gorilla named Kevin,
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announces death of 4th ape from Shigella infection, 3-year-old Kevin
Officials at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens are working overtime to treat several great apes infected with a bacterial infection called Shigella.
Fourth ape dies from contagious bacterial infection at Jacksonville zoo
A shigella outbreak at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens has claimed the life of another ape, this time a 3-year-old western lowland gorilla.
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Shigella is a bacteria that causes diarrhea, vomiting, cramps and dehydration. While more severe in apes, people also can get infected.
Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens' youngest gorilla dies during Shigella outbreak
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens' youngest western lowland gorilla, Kevin, has died, according to a Facebook post from the zoo. He's the fourth ape to die of Shigella at the zoo since Aug. 22. Shigella is a contagious bacterial infection that has spread in the zoo.
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announces death of 4th ape from Shigella virus, 3-year-old Kevin
Officials at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens are working overtime to treat several great apes infected with a bacterial infection called Shigella.
4th ape dies in shigella infection outbreak at Florida zoo
A fourth ape has died of a shigella infection amid an outbreak at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. Kevin was a 3-year-old visitor favorite remembered for his playful spirit.
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