A zebra that once belonged to a collection of wild animals at Hearst Ranch was found dead and skinned on a San Simeon beach Saturday after heavy rains carried it down a creek and into the sea, authorities say. Hearst Ranch told deputies that the animal died of natural causes and was skinned before it was found on the beach. Because the animal is privately owned by Hearst Ranch, its hide is also their property, Paul said. The original Hearst property featured lush gardens, a collection of art and extravagant pools and terraces. Hearst Ranch could not be immediately reached for comment.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 17, 2017 19:18 UTC