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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Euthanizes Its Oldest Asiatic Black Bear, Beezler

Zoo staff honored her record-breaking 32 years with a specially orchestrated Last Best Day of sunshine and treats.

Beezler, the oldest Asiatic black bear in human care in the United States, was euthanized on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the age of 32, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo officials said. (Photo courtesy of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo).
The oldest Asian black bear under human care in the country was euthanized, Colorado zookeepers said.

Overview

  • Zoo officials confirmed that Beezler was humanely euthanized on June 29 after significant age-related decline.
  • At 32, she had become the oldest Asiatic black bear in human care in the United States.
  • Staff arranged a Last Best Day featuring cookies, whipped cream, muffins and meatballs to celebrate her life.
  • Beezler arrived at the zoo in 1994 alongside her sister Honey, who passed away in 2022.
  • Zookeepers and visitors continue to honor her engaging personality and rare role as a species ambassador.