RIP To Denver Zoo’s 130-Pound Green Anaconda, Jayloe

The Denver Zoo announced the death of its green anaconda named Jayloe on Monday, March 8.

Zoo staff said they found the water snake had an inoperable tumor and had to make a tough decision.

Jayloe was one of the largest reptiles to ever live at the Denver Zoo.

In a Facebook post, the Denver Zoo said she was nearly 20 years old.

"We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our green anaconda Jayloe," reads the post. "She was an icon of Tropical Discovery, and she will be deeply missed by staff, volunteers, guests, and her many little fans who reminded us all that 'snakes are cool.'"

"After the discovery of a tumor impacting her quality of life, we determined it was not likely we could safely remove it, and our animal care and animal health teams made the difficult decision to humanely euthanize this beloved snake," they wrote.

Green anacondas are the largest snakes in the western hemisphere and the heaviest in the world, with females usually much larger than males, according to Denver Zoo's website.

Adults range between 20 and 25 feet long and can weigh up to 550 pounds.

Jayloe grew to be 18.5 feet long and weighed 130 pounds.

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