Zoo in Singapore puts down first polar bear born in the tropics

Inuka, the world's first polar bear born in the tropics, has been put to sleep by Singapore Zoo, officials said.

Zoo in Singapore puts down first polar bear born in the tropics

Inuka, the world's first polar bear born in the tropics, has been put to sleep by Singapore Zoo, officials said.

The 27-year-old bear suffered from age-related ailments including arthritis, and its limbs became too weak to support its over 500kg (1,100lb) frame.

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