The animal was a long-time ambassador for his species, bringing conservation awareness to millions, zoo staff said.

The Saint Louis Zoo is mourning the loss of Othello, a beloved full-sized tortoise who was at least 100 years old at the time ...

ST. LOUIS — The Saint Louis Zoo announced Thursday that one of its oldest animals had died. Othello, a centenarian Aldabra giant tortoise, was humanely euthanized on Tuesday due to declining ...

Cancel anytime. New twin polar bears Kallik and Kalu were seen for the first time by the public on March 25, 2025 at the St. Louis Zoo, swapping previous bear Kali with the Toledo Zoo to breed.

The Saint Louis Zoo is mourning the death of one of its oldest animals. Othello, a centenarian Aldabra giant tortoise, was ...