The oldest U.S. polar bear turned 37 years old and she had a better birthday than you

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Coldilocks is the oldest Polar Bear in the United States and she celebrated her 37th birthday on Thursday at the Philadelphia Zoo.  

Happy birthday to Coldilocks! At 37 years old, Coldilocks in the oldest #polarbear in the country! Join us tomorrow as we celebrate Coldi’s birthday with treats, presents, singing, BEARthday cake and more! pic.twitter.com/dwymK59dj4

— Philadelphia Zoo (@phillyzoo) December 13, 2017

The average lifespan of polar bears in captivity is usually 23 years old according to zoo officials but Coldilocks is benefiting from personal care at the Philadelphia Zoo.

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