Ramses the Lion’s Final Roar | Providence News

Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 8, 2026 · 1m

Ramses, the beloved 20-year-old lion who roared his way into hearts at Capron Park Zoo, has passed away — a quiet end to an era for Attleboro’s zoo. Far exceeding the typical lion lifespan, Ramses was a community icon, his powerful voice echoing through the park for decades. After being moved to hospice care just a week before his death, staff made the compassionate choice to euthanize him as his condition worsened. As the last lion remaining — his two companions having died before him — Ramses’ absence leaves a void, with his exhibit set to be reimagined for a new species. The zoo honors his…