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Two Scimitar-horned Oryx Born at Zoo, Boosting Conservation Efforts

Late arrivals bring hope for the future. Conservation efforts are paying off, with these calves a significant step towards recovery.

There are animals in the foreground on the dry grassland and there are trees, mountains and sky in...
There are animals in the foreground on the dry grassland and there are trees, mountains and sky in the background area.

Two Scimitar-horned Oryx Born at Zoo, Boosting Conservation Efforts

Two Scimitar-horned oryx have been born at a zoo, contributing to the preservation of this once critically endangered species. The late arrival of these calves is unusual but welcomed news in the ongoing efforts to revive wild mn wild populations.

The Scimitar-horned oryx, native to North Africa's dry savannas, was once feared extinct in the wild due to excessive hunting for their distinctive long horns. However, international breeding programs and reintroduction projects, initiated by the Sahara Conservation Fund, have helped re-establish smaller herds in their natural habitats.

The recent births at the zoo are a testament to these conservation efforts. Unusually, the calves arrived late in the year, but they are thriving under the care of their mothers. The young oryx are well-camouflaged, with their mothers placing them away from the herd in tall grass to protect them from predators.

The birth of these two Scimitar-horned oryx is a significant step towards the species' recovery. Their survival and eventual release into the wild, along with continued international cooperation, will further boost the chances of re-establishing sustainable mn wild populations in North Africa.

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