Beloved orangutan Merah dies at Saint Louis Zoo (opens original article in a new tab)

A 57-year-old Sumatran orangutan named Merah, who was a long-time resident of the Saint Louis Zoo, was euthanized on June 3 due to failing health and quality of life concerns.

• Merah was a Sumatran orangutan.
• She was euthanized on June 3.
• Zoo officials cited failing health and quality of life concerns.
• Merah was 57 years old.