In pictures: The life of Blackpool Zoo's beloved orangutan Vicky

Blackpool Zoo has today announced the death of its popular orangutan Vicky at the age of 34.
By Paul Berentzen
Published 28th Jan 2019, 12:48 BST
Updated 28th Jan 2019, 13:53 BST
Vicky the Blackpool Zoo orangutan with birthday party guest Stuart Baxter in 1985.Vicky the Blackpool Zoo orangutan with birthday party guest Stuart Baxter in 1985.
Vicky the Blackpool Zoo orangutan with birthday party guest Stuart Baxter in 1985.

We have taken a look back through the archives at her life, spanning four decades, countless winning smiles and two pioneering surgical procedures. You can read the zoo's touching tribute here.