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Patty’s Last Journey at the Bronx Zoo | New York City News
The Bronx Zoo faces a heart-wrenching decision: relocate Patty, their last elephant at age 57, to a Tennessee sanctuary. This move comes after the death of fellow elephant Happy and years of animal rights pressure, as officials weigh risks against benefits like more space and socialization. The AZA advises against solitary female elephants, and the zoo has long planned to phase out its exhibit, redirecting resources to wild conservation. Happy’s legal battle, which reached New York’s highest court, sparked debate over animal rights — with dissenting judges hinting at a shift in legal…
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