'Incredible Ambassador For Wildlife,' Dallas Zoo Mourns Loss Of Capybara Named Fred

Dallas TX

28 February, 2022

11:24 PM

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CBS Dallas/Fort Worth February 28, 2022 The Dallas Zoo is mourning the loss of 'Fred,' a capybara who passed away at nearly 9 years old on Feb. 26. "Fred was an incredible ambassador for wildlife during his long life," the zoo shared on social media. A spokesperson said Fred lived beyond the 7-year median life expectancy for male capybaras and was dealing with several health issues related to his age recently. CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.