{"id":1634,"date":"2026-06-16T13:07:28","date_gmt":"2026-06-16T13:07:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1634"},"modified":"2026-06-16T13:07:28","modified_gmt":"2026-06-16T13:07:28","slug":"zoo-mourns-the-death-of-beloved-gorilla-who-was-in-columbia-for-over-a-decade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1634","title":{"rendered":"Zoo mourns the death of beloved gorilla who was in Columbia for over a decade"},"content":{"rendered":"<article><!-- --><!-- --><!-- WPS-5038 -- removed the script from WPS and added the placeholder for trinity player --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- --><!-- CONTENT --><!--[--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>A \u201cbeloved\u201d gorilla who lived at Riverbanks Zoo &amp; Garden for more than a decade has died.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1632\">Locals call for reflection, greater gun regulation after Jerk Hut shooting<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cRiverbanks Zoo &amp; Garden is deeply saddened to announce the loss of Cenzoo, the beloved western lowland gorilla,\u201d zoo officials said in a Facebook post.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Cenzoo was a longtime resident at the zoo, spending the past 11 years at the Columbia sanctuary, according to the post. He was considered incredibly intelligent, dedicated to his family, perhaps a little lazy and not shy about having attitude with \u201cthe famous Cenzoo side-eye and clap\u201d if he wasn\u2019t fed fast enough, officials said in the post.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>But over the past several months, animal care staff observed changes in Cenzoo\u2019s behavior, appetite and activity levels, officials said.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cAfter closely monitoring these changes, Riverbanks\u2019 veterinary team conducted a comprehensive evaluation, including a CT scan, which identified fluid in his abdomen and a mass near his colon. These findings pointed to a serious underlying condition with limited treatment and recovery options,\u201d the post said.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Riverbanks\u2019 animal health team consulted with medical specialists from across the country, leading to \u201cthe difficult decision to euthanize him to prevent worsening of his condition,\u201d officials said.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Cenzoo\u2019s death will impact the other gorillas and staff at the zoo, as well as all the guests who delighted in seeing him for more than a decade, according to the post.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>He was born at Lincoln Park Zoo in 1996, then lived at several institutions, including Denver Zoo, Busch Gardens, and Birmingham Zoo, before arriving at Riverbanks in 2015, officials said.<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>Cenzoo had two sons \u2014 ZaKota and Moyo \u2014 while he lived at Riverbanks Zoo, according to the post.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1630\">This trampoline &amp; adventure park has closed in a popular Columbia shopping area<\/a><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>\u201cHe was an excellent father and always enjoyed spending time with ZaKota and Moyo, who recently joined a bachelor troop at Dallas Zoo, extending Cenzoo\u2019s legacy to a new generation,\u201d officials said.<\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<h2>A tribute to Cenzoo<\/h2>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p>The animal care team, who had the privilege of knowing him best, shared the following:<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><i>\u201cSince his arrival at Riverbanks, Cenzoo was a steady presence in our piece of the gorilla world. Cenzoo led his family with confidence, always acting in their best interest. Always more cautious than he needed to be, he made sure that everyone stayed safe.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><i>\u201cHe was a strong, patient father, a consistent leader for his family, a protector against any and all scary things that he thought might threaten his family. This included odd-looking Christmas lights, snakes that wiggled too much, and bugs that smelled unusual.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><i>\u201cCenzoo was also an incredibly intelligent gorilla, always challenging new keepers by seeing how little he could do to still get his rewards. During food toss, if you were not feeding him fast enough, he would give you the famous Cenzoo side-eye and clap to let you know he was ready.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><i>\u201cEveryone who had the privilege to work with Cenzoo feels this loss deeply. All of us feel extremely lucky to have helped him lead a happy and full life.\u201d<\/i><\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<p><b>SOURCE:<\/b> Riverbanks Zoo &amp; Garden<\/p>\n<p><!-- --><!--]--><!--[--><\/p>\n<div>\n<h3>         BEHIND THE STORY     <\/h3>\n<p>             MORE          <\/p>\n<div>\n<h3>This is a breaking news story<\/h3>\n<div>\n<p>In a breaking news situation, facts can be unclear and the situation may still be developing. The State is trying to get important information to the public as quickly and accurately as possible. This story will be updated as more information becomes available, and some information in this story may change as the facts become clearer. Refresh this page later for more updated information.<\/p>\n<p>Read more <a href=\"https:\/\/usmovingexpertss.com\/?p=1628\">Old Cayce Red Lobster site is becoming a medical facility. 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