(Ron Magill/Zoo Miami)MIAMI - Zoo Miami officials are mourning the loss of one of their giraffes that had to be euthanized after suffering a foot fracture that wouldn't heal despite efforts by veterinarians.
Pongo, a 12-year-old male giraffe, had experienced increasing pain in his left rear hoof after sustaining a fracture. Officials say Pongo was immobilized this past September in an effort to treat the fracture as well as other issues.MORE NEWS: It’s a girl!
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