Hong Kong Ocean Park’s last 2 arctic foxes die, den temporarily closed
The park's final arctic foxes, 'Siu Go' and 'Trinity,' died of old age at 11.
Hong Kong's Ocean Park has temporarily closed its Arctic Fox Den following the deaths of its last two arctic foxes. The animals, named 'Siu Go' and 'Trinity,' both died at the age of 11 due to what the park described as age-related and irreversible functional decline. A park spokesman stated the animal care and veterinary team closely monitored the foxes' health in their later years, providing meticulous care. The exact timing of the deaths was not specified in the Saturday announcement. The closure affects public access to the exhibit. The park memorialized the foxes as 'animal ambassadors,' noting they will be dearly missed by staff and visitors.
- The last two arctic foxes at Hong Kong Ocean Park, named Siu Go and Trinity, have died.
- Both animals were 11 years old and succumbed to age-related health issues.
- The Arctic Fox Den exhibit has been temporarily closed to the public as a result.
Why It Matters
This marks the end of an era for the park's arctic fox exhibit and highlights animal care challenges for aging captive wildlife.