The Iowa Farm Sanctuary did not specify the cause of Phill's death. However, handlers previously identified lead toxicity from the bullet as a potential concern.

"In the middle of the night, Phill began to crash and his doctors called to tell us there was nothing they could do," owners of Phill the water buffalo said.

PHill, a water buffalo who garnered statewide attention last year after he escaped from his owner in Pleasant Hill and led ...

Phill, the water buffalo that gained a social media following after spending several days on the run in central Iowa last ...

Raygun announced a "Phillever" shirt Friday, featuring Phill in the center of the shirt with the caption "Iowa's water buffalo that escaped with our hearts." The company says a portion of the money ...

The Iowa Farm Sanctuary has announced the passing of Phill, the water buffalo, after a rapid decline in his condition at the ...