Tiger Euthanized at Potter Park Zoo for Mobility-Related Issues
Incident Date:
03/09/2026
Location:
Lansing, MI - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Accredited AZA Facility (AZA)
Incident Category:
Animal Death (AD)
Species:
Big Cats
Animal:
Tiger
Animal disposition:
Dead
Summary:
LANSING, MI – Potter Park Zoo announced on Monday, March 9, that its Amur tiger, Vikentii, has died. The endangered tiger, native to China and Russia, was 16 years old.
“It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Vikentii, our Amur tiger. Since arriving at Potter Park Zoo in 2023, Vikentii quickly captured the attention of guests and staff alike with his powerful presence, quiet confidence, and calm personality,” the zoo said in the post. “…Vikentii was being treated for age related arthritis.” The zoo said the tiger suffered a sudden decline in mobility in the past week because of neurological factors and treatment did not improve his condition.
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