Pueblo Zoo announces the passing of Presley, its beloved camel

PUEBLO — The Pueblo Zoo announced the passing of Presley, its beloved camel, on Tuesday. Presley joined the zoo family at the age of one, coming from St. Louis.

Presley became a favorite among zoo staff and visitors. The zoo says this was due to his vibrant personality and gentle demeanor.

According to the Pueblo Zoo, in 2022, Presley suffered a broken jaw that required care at Colorado State University in Fort Collins. After a recovery, he broke a toe, which could have been devastating for a two-toed ungulate.

The zoo says that after a year of rehabilitation and hard work, Presley returned to his exhibit.

Sadly, on September 25th, Presley passed away. The zoo says it is still awaiting test results to determine the cause of death.

The zoo says its staff shared countless memories with Presley. They also say he will be missed, but his spirit will live on at the Pueblo Zoo.

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