Johnson the capybara and Al the Brazilian tapir, were euthanized Feb. 20 after a decline in both animals' health ...

A tapir and a capybara who became best friends at a zoo have been euthanized on the same day after keepers decided it was the most compassionate option.

A tapir and a capybara with a strong bond are euthanised on the same day so neither would be lonely.

Johnson, a nine-year-old capybara, and Al, a 20-year-old Brazilian tapir, shared a long-standing friendship within the ...