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Baby Zebra Dies in Tragic Accident at Arizona Zoo

Tikiti Maji, a Grevy's zebra foal, was fatally injured after being startled by a gust of wind, highlighting the need for improved safety measures.

  • A tragic accident at Reid Park Zoo in Tucson, Arizona, resulted in the death of Tikiti Maji, a baby Grevy's zebra, after she collided with a fence.
  • The incident occurred when a gust of wind startled Tikiti and her mother, leading to the fatal collision.
  • Reid Park Zoo has experienced similar incidents in the past and plans to implement additional safety measures to prevent future accidents.
  • Grevy's zebras are an endangered species, and the loss of Tikiti Maji is a significant blow to conservation efforts.
  • The zoo is committed to learning from this tragedy and enhancing habitat safety to protect its animals.
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