Kyoto City Zoo (Sakyo Ward) announced that "Minato," a male Grévy's zebra, died on October 10, 2026. He was 6 years and 2 months old. The cause of death is currently under investigation. With this, there are no longer any zebras housed at Kyoto City Zoo.

"Minato," a Grévy's zebra (courtesy of Kyoto City Zoo)

According to the zoo, unusual behavior—such as remaining seated in the enclosure—was observed starting on the evening of October 7, and by the morning of October 9, the animal was no longer able to stand. Despite being kept under observation, he was confirmed dead by a veterinarian at 10:30 a.m. on October 10.

The Grévy's zebra is the largest of all wild equids. It is listed as an "endangered species" on the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List.