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Gramma the Galapagos tortoise, oldest resident of San Diego Zoo who delighted visitors for almost a century, dies at about 141

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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