Detroit Zoo

A young giraffe named Nguvu died at the Detroit Zoo after sustaining severe injuries during an interaction with herd members on August 1. This is the second such incident at the zoo this year, following the euthanasia of another young giraffe, Okidi, in February due to injuries from a habitat viewing panel collision.

A young male giraffe named Nguvu at the Detroit Zoo was euthanized after sustaining serious injuries during a herd interaction in the outdoor habitat. The zoo's animal care and veterinary teams provided extensive care, but his condition deteriorated. Another giraffe, Okidi, was euthanized earlier this year following injuries from a habitat viewing panel incident.

Two Detroit Zoo staff members sustained minor injuries after a train car derailed on Sunday afternoon. No guests were injured in the incident.

Suren, an 18-year-old camel at the Detroit Zoo, was euthanized due to severe osteoarthritis and mobility challenges. The zoo's veterinary team tried treatments like stem cell therapy and joint injections but decided to end her suffering after she became unable to stand. Suren's daughter, Rusi, remains at the zoo with a new companion.

The Detroit Zoo is asking the public to vote on the name of a baby gorilla born on July 12, with three finalists: Lobk, Usala, and Amateka. The baby, born to first-time mom Tulivu and father Mshindi, is the second gorilla born at the zoo and strengthens conservation efforts for the critically endangered species.

The Detroit Zoo has welcomed a newborn baby girl gorilla, the second born in its nearly 100-year history. The infant, born to first-time mom Tulivu and father Mshindi, is the sixth gorilla at the zoo and half-sibling to Motema, a previous birth in 2024. The zoo reports all are doing well and will monitor the family closely.

The Detroit Zoo welcomed its second gorilla born in history, a female born to first-time mom Tulivu and father Mshindi on July 12. The birth is significant for conservation efforts, as it strengthens the population of critically endangered gorillas through coordinated breeding programs.

Nearly 80,000 DTE Energy customers in Southeast Michigan remain without power after Friday’s severe storms, with restoration expected for 95% by Monday. The storms caused downed trees, power lines, and localized flooding in areas including Royal Oak, Detroit, and Ann Arbor. The Detroit Zoo closed Saturday due to a power outage, and DTE addressed customer concerns about restoration priorities and resources for medical equipment users.