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Happy, who taught researchers that elephants can recognize themselves, is euthanized

Bronx Zoo elephant "Happy" strolls inside the zoo

Happy, a Bronx Zoo elephant who gave researchers new insight into the animal's behavior and became the crux of a closely watched animal rights case, has been euthanized at age 55.

(Image credit: Bebeto Matthews)

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