SNL pays tribute to Peanut the squirrel after his euthanasia in New York

Peanut the squirrel, a popular internet figure, was euthanized by wildlife officials in Upstate New York after allegedly biting a state conservation agent. The incident occurred during an investigation into complaints about the illegal keeping of wildlife. “Saturday Night Live” paid tribute to Peanut in a recent segment, featuring cast member Sarah Sherman as Peanut's widow, Hazel. The segment included jokes about the circumstances of Peanut's death and his social media fame. Rabies tests for Peanut and a raccoon named Fred returned negative. The case has sparked political debate, with proposals for new animal protection laws in New York following the incident.