Sad news from Edinburgh Zoo

We are sad to announce the loss of red panda, Kitty.

At 12 years old, Kitty had been experiencing age-related health problems, and after reviewing her overall wellbeing and quality of life, our expert vets advised Kitty should be put to sleep.

Kitty raised seven kits as part of the European Endangered Species Programme and was an amazing mother. She was a real character and was very popular with our staff, volunteers, members and visitors.

Our thoughts are with our keepers who cared for Kitty both here at Edinburgh Zoo and at Highland Wildlife Park since 2012.