SHAWNEE COUNTY —The Topeka Zoo announced the passing of giraffe, Liz on Sunday. The Giraffe & Friends building was temporarily closed to the public n Sunday. The giraffes still had access to their outdoor yards.
Liz (full name Elizabeth) was born August 21, 2018 at the Topeka Zoo & Conservation Center to parents Hope and Sgt. Peppers. Her namesake was a very generous late supporter, Elizabeth Stratton.
More than 1300 viewers tuned in to the live YouTube video of the birth, welcoming her into the world. The Zoo is currently gathering more information the cause of her death.
Liz died Sunday night at approximately 10 pm. The zoo share more information once pending results are in from Liz’s recent exam. We are very appreciative of any mindful comments or letters of support and would love to read any special memories of Liz that supporters want to highlight. Cards for staff can be dropped off in the Zoo's gift shop. Giraffe feedings will resume Sunday, August 31.