• Indu (F) 1965 - 2025

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Our Phoenix Zoo family is saddened to share the passing Indu. She was undergoing treatment for chronic osteoarthritis and age-related illness. Her care team had been managing her conditions with daily medication as well as treatments such as hydrotherapy, laser therapy and physical therapy. Recently it has become more challenging to manage her discomfort, and her mobility has been declining. With her increasing physical limitations, zoo veterinarians and keeper staff recognized her diminishing health and made the very difficult decision to humanely euthanize her this morning. She passed peacefully in the comfort and familiar surroundings of her barn, encircled by those who loved her most, her dedicated care team.

Indu was a truly remarkable elephant who touched the hearts of everyone who had the privilege to know her. Her independent spirit, intelligence and resilience inspired us all, as well as the millions of guests who visited her over the years. Her legacy will live on through the stories we share, the connections she helped people form with wildlife and our continued commitment to the highest standards of animal care. She will be profoundly missed.