The 12-year-old bear had been rehomed at the zoo in January after being rescued from a zoo that was shelled by the Russians.
Staff at Five Sisters Zoo in West Calder said they were "utterly devastated" that Yampil had died following an anaesthetic procedure.
Ukrainian soldiers had discovered an abandoned zoo in the village when they arrived there in July 2022, five months after the Russian invasion.Zoo could re-home bear that survived Ukraine attack However, he said animals that had been rescued from such "traumatic circumstances" could have "complicated health problems such as dental problems or post-traumatic stress disorder ."
"While the zoo will remain open as usual, we kindly request respect and privacy for our owners and staff during this difficult time."
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