Georgia Aqaurium puts Gasper to sleep....

[civic95]

Now they should put the other 3 out of their misery too.


I'm sure swimming 500 laps in the same tank everyday is boring as hell for them.

[Brett]

Here is the release from the Aquarium:

GEORGIA AQUARIUM MOURNS LOSS OF BELUGA WHALE
Gasper suffered from osteomyelitis, weak immune system

ATLANTA (Jan. 2, 2007) – The Georgia Aquarium announced today that the beloved beluga whale, Gasper, was humanely euthanized this morning. Gasper had been ill prior to arriving at the Georgia Aquarium on October 17, 2005, and the Aquarium had frequently reported on the beluga whale’s critical condition that further deteriorated over the past few weeks. Gasper’s decline was believed to be the result of his weakened immune system due to years of chronic illness.
Veterinarians, other animal and human health specialists from across the country and laboratories were engaged to assist with the complicated case. In the past few days, Gasper’s medical test results and physical condition declined rapidly. Recognizing Gasper’s failing health and with quality of life in mind, the Georgia Aquarium’s veterinarian team made the difficult decision to humanely euthanize the animal.
“While Billi and I, as well as all of the staff, are saddened by this news, we are comforted in knowing that Gasper received the finest care available in the year he was in the Georgia Aquarium, “ said Bernie Marcus, Georgia Aquarium benefactor and chairman of the board.

“We rescued Gasper knowing that he was seriously ill, but were hopeful that we might have been able to save him. The Georgia Aquarium will continue its important 4R Program (Rehabilitation, Relocation, Rescue and Research) to provide the highest quality of life for our inhabitants. To the thousands of people who have sent letters and cards to Gasper over the last year and want to ensure that the Georgia Aquarium will continue to provide caring services, I suggest making a contribution to the Aquarium’s 4R program or becoming annual pass members,” Marcus said.

Gasper had lived at the Georgia Aquarium since Oct. 17, 2005. Upon arrival, he was severely underweight and had visible skin lesions. He was later diagnosed with osteomyelitis, an infection of the bone. His rescue won the hearts of the Atlanta community and he entertained millions of Aquarium visitors by blowing bubbles at the beluga whale habitat window.
A beluga whale sculpture is being developed for the Georgia Aquarium entrance plaza. Aquarium guests may sign memory books located on the first and second floors of the beluga exhibit.

[Leisa]

Now they should put the other 3 out of their misery too.


I'm sure swimming 500 laps in the same tank everyday is boring as hell for them.

dont be a meanie

[aaronfelipe]

Now they should put the other 3 out of their misery too.


I'm sure swimming 500 laps in the same tank everyday is boring as hell for them.

Imagine sitting under a rollercoaster with little or no care.

[Brett]

Yeah they suffered alot there at the amusement park in Mexico, Atleast his last year and 3 months were so much better and he lived a better life here