"She was our last original resident of the Forest of Uco and is known for her big personality and penchant for doing things on her own schedule," said Linda Hardwick, vice president of marketing, communications and events for the Phoenix Zoo. "She successfully raised one cub in 2013, Luka, and has been housed with several males. She endeared herself to many of her keepers (and each male bear) over the years who fell in love with her independent nature."
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