Event Brief
Brevard Zoo’s Floyd the giraffe dies at 9
Filed: May 14, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
Summary: Floyd, a 9-year-old Masai giraffe at Brevard Zoo, was humanely euthanized after worsening health and trouble walking.
WHO: Floyd, a 9-year-old Masai giraffe; Brevard Zoo staff (including keeper Morgan The zoo)
WHAT: Humanely euthanized after ongoing health issues and increased difficulty walking
WHEN: May 14, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
WHERE: Brevard County, Florida
WHY: The zoo said Floyd’s health issues worsened, including increased difficulty walking over the last few weeks.
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