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A giraffe named Gracie escaped in Texas. No one can seem to find her
By David Fischer, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A giraffe named Gracie is missing in Texas, and the search for her has become a tall order.Gracie, who is about 3 years old, has been missing for nearly two weeks after escaping her enclosure at Cedar Hollow Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, said Vic Jones, who owns the remote property about 100 m...
Key takeaway Jones said he has sent up helicopters to look for Gracie, a few sightings have trickled in, and a $5,000 reward is on the table.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The search for Gracie, a 3-year-old giraffe, in the Texas Hill Country has significant implications for the community, particularly in rural Real County where the giraffe was last seen. With a small population of around 2,700 residents, the likelihood of Gracie encountering humans is low, but the fact that she is roaming freely in a heavily wooded area raises concerns about the potential consequences if she were to wander into more populated areas, such as Alamo Heights . The fact that the Texas Hill Country has a large concentration of exotic captive animals also highlights the need for robust measures to prevent such escapes and ensure public safety. As the search for Gracie continues, residents in surrounding areas, including Alamo Heights, should be aware of the situation and report any sightings to the authorities, and the community should consider the broader implications of exotic animal ownership and the need for effective enclosure and escape prevention measures.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A giraffe named Gracie is missing in Texas, and the search for her has become a tall order.Gracie, who is about 3 years old, has been missing for nearly two weeks after escaping her enclosure at Cedar Hollow Ranch in the Texas Hill Country, said Vic Jones, who owns the remote property about 100 m...
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