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section: environment
first_reported: 2026-11-06 12:58 CST
updated: 2026-11-06 12:58 CST
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# Saint Louis Zoo expects a female polar bear this fall

The Saint Louis Zoo announced Thursday that it is expected to welcome a female polar bear this fall.

Section: [Weather & Environment](/st-louis/section/life.md) · Entities: [Saint Louis Zoo](/st-louis/wiki/saint-louis-zoo.md)

## Coverage

- [KMOV 4 (CBS)](https://www.firstalert4.com/2026/10/15/saint-louis-zoo-welcome-5-year-old-polar-bear-fall/), 2026-11-06 12:58 CST: Saint Louis Zoo welcomes 6-year-old polar bear Laerke

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