Leipzig Zoo welcomes newborn giraffe calf
A new addition to Zoo Leipzig's giraffe family has been welcomed with excitement, as giraffe Tamika gave birth to a healthy female calf on the Kiwara Savannah. The birth occurred smoothly, with no complications, and the calf showed strong signs of early development.
Within an hour of standing on its own, the calf attempted its first nursing, demonstrating its ability to suckle and feed. This nursing attempt is a positive sign for the calf's health and development, and a significant milestone in its early life.
The calf's swift recovery is a testament to its robust health, as it stood and nursed shortly after birth. The location of the birth was on the Kiwara Savannah, and the calf has been housed in an adjacent box to the main herd, which includes father Matyas and brother Kiano, to allow bonding before joining the rest of the Rothschild giraffes and other species on the savanna exhibit.
Staff at Zoo Leipzig expressed their satisfaction with the healthy appearance of the calf, and are monitoring its progress closely. No specific details about the calf's health or name have been provided at this time.
This birth marks an exciting time for Zoo Leipzig and its visitors, as the new addition brings new life and energy to the giraffe herd. The birth also highlights the importance of conservation efforts for endangered species like the Rothschild giraffe, and the role that zoos play in protecting and preserving these animals for future generations.
[1] Source: Zoo Leipzig press release, 2023.
The new addition to Zoo Leipzig's giraffe family, now housed in an adjacent box, is set to integrate with the main herd, including father Matyas and brother Kiano, amidst an upcoming integration in the home-and-garden-like setting of the Kiwara Savannah. This recent lifestyle change is not just a boost for the giraffe herd, but also a testament to the importance of conservation efforts, particularly in home-and-garden environments, for endangered species like the Rothschild giraffe.
