Kamal, aged 16, lived at Jimmy's Farm and Wildlife Park in Ipswich, just over the Essex border, and was described as a "much-loved" resident whose daily roar echoed across the park. In a Facebook post, the park said: "Today we said goodbye to our Asiatic lion, Kamal. "Reaching the remarkable age of 16, he became Britain’s oldest Asiatic lion in captivity – an incredible milestone for an Asiatic lion. Read more Wildlife park announces arrival of endangered animal"As Kamal entered the later stages of his life, our team and veterinary professionals monitored him closely. Many visitors have already begun to pay tribute to Kamal in response to the post on the Jimmy's Farm Facebook page.