2012-first Marwell Zoo giraffe birth since, Rothschild's giraffe Ruby delivers a male calf in Hampshire.
Rothschild's giraffe Ruby, on birth control, gave birth to a male calf at Marwell Zoo in Hampshire, marking the zoo's first newborn giraffe since 2012. The calf, already over 5ft tall, faced initial feeding challenges but is now growing well and bonding with his mother. Both mother and calf faced risks due to their vulnerability, but the veterinary and hoofstock teams have been assisting their recovery. The giraffe species is listed as Near Threatened on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature's Red List.
August 29, 2024
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