On May 28, 2016, a three-year-old boy climbed into a gorilla enclosure at the Cincinnati Zoo and was grabbed by Harambe, a 17-year-old Western lowland gorilla. Fearing for the boy's life, a zoo worker shot and killed Harambe. The incident was recorded on video and received broad international coverage and commentary, including controversy over the choice to kill Harambe. Harambe's attempts at protecting the child were wrongly seen as aggressive, and dangerous towards the health and wellbeing of the boy. This misunderstanding of what were truly protective actions resulted in the loss of a beautiful, healthy animal. In a memorial of his majestic life, and heroic death, I propose the lower soccer field at Locust Valley High School be named the "Harambe Memorial Field". This is truly the bare minimum that should be done to remember Harambe's short yet inspiring life. Please sign this petition and help continue Harambe's legacy. ALL lives matter.

Fly high little angel.

Rest in peace Harambe.

May 27, 1999-May 28, 2016