Ramses the Lion’s Legacy Ends | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

Capron Park Zoo is heartbroken to announce the peaceful passing of Ramses, their beloved 20-year-old African lion and longtime icon — a roar that once greeted thousands daily. After years of devoted care and as his health declined with age, staff made the compassionate decision to euthanize him to end his suffering. At nearly two decades old, Ramses was one of the oldest male lions in accredited zoos, having grown from a young cub into a cherished symbol for the zoo and the entire city. His departure marks the end of an era — he was the last lion at the park, and while his exhibit will be…