Gramma the Galapagos tortoise, oldest resident of San Diego Zoo who delighted visitors for almost a century, dies at about 141
Summary
Gramma, a Galapagos tortoise at the San Diego Zoo, died at an estimated age of 141. She was the zoo's oldest resident and arrived from the Bronx Zoo many decades ago.Key Facts
- Gramma was a Galapagos tortoise and estimated to be about 141 years old.
- She lived at the San Diego Zoo and was its oldest resident.
- Gramma died on November 20.
- She originally came from the Bronx Zoo in either 1928 or 1931.
- Zoo officials and visitors remembered her for her sweet personality.
- Gramma lived through two World Wars and saw 20 U.S. presidents come and go.
- She had bone conditions related to old age and was euthanized because of this.
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