Riverbanks Zoo mourns beloved Amur tiger Koshka

RICHLAND COUNTY, S.C. (WOLO)– Riverbanks Zoo is mourning the loss of its beloved Amur tiger Koshka.

The zoo took to its social media to post the news of Koshka’s death on Thursday, March 27.

Koshka was apart of the Riverbanks family since 2015.

“Koshka was an integral part of the Riverbanks family and a true ambassador for her species,” said Tommy Stringfellow, President and CEO of Riverbanks. “Her presence touched the lives of countless visitors and staff members over the years, inspiring a deep appreciation for tiger conservation.”

Zoo officials said Koshka lived almost 20 years, and surpassed the typical lifespan for tigers in human care and inspired countless visitors with her majestic presence.

Koshka’s legacy lives on through her four cubs.