Australia's oldest Sumatran tiger Kemiri dies at Adelaide Zoo

Australia's oldest Sumatran tiger Kemiri has been euthanased by vets at Adelaide Zoo because of age-related conditions she was struggling with.

The tiger was 22 and had been treated for arthritis and kidney issues but deteriorated over recent days.

"The veterinary team decided that further medical treatment would not improve Kemiri's quality of life," senior veterinarian Ian Smith said.

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