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'Misdosing' of Supplements Led to Death of Malayan Tapirs: Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

Denver Zoo identified incorrect copper supplement dosage as cause of death for two endangered Malayan tapirs, prompting internal reviews and safety improvements, officials said.

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Caregivers are mourning and reviewing their processes at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance after an accidental misdosing led to the death of the zoo's two Malayan tapirs.

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'Misdosing' of supplements led to death of Malayan tapirs: Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

Caregivers are mourning and reviewing their processes at the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance after an accidental misdosing led to the death of the zoo's two Malayan tapirs.

·Denver, United States
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Tapir deaths at Denver Zoo caused by ‘misdosing’ of copper, officials say

The Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance announced on Jan. 16 that the two Malayan tapirs, 16-year-old JonHi and 18-year-old Rinny, had died.

·Denver, United States
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Denver Post broke the news in Denver, United States on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
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