Tiger dies in wildlife park

A TIGER who captivated visitors at Edinburgh Zoo for nearly a decade has died at his home at the Highland Wildlife Park.

Amur tiger Yuri had to be put down after suffering failing health caused by kidney problems.

The 17-year-old arrived at the park in Kincraig with his long-time mate Sasha from Edinburgh Zoo in September 2008.

The pair had a litter of three cubs after they arrived at the Highland Wildlife Park, having previously had six cubs together.

Recently keepers suspected the popular tiger had been developing arthritis and tests showed his kidneys were beginning to fail.