A 74-inch tall, 190 lbs. little girl giraffe was born on May 3 to parents 10-year-old Baridi and 9-year-old Kianga as per the plan of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan. The plan’s objective being to maintain the Masai giraffes’ genetic diversity and build the long-term sustainability of those in human care.
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In a news release Louisville Zoo director Dan Maloney said about the 25th Masai giraffe calf:
“The birth of this Masai giraffe calf is a powerful reminder of why accredited zoos are essential. Masai giraffes are an endangered species, and every healthy calf represents hope for the future.”
Out of respect for the mother and baby’s bonding period, the calf is presently being cared for off exhibit. The baby is expected to be on public display within the next few weeks.
Among giraffe, Masai are the largest subspecies and are found in the wild in East Africa. The are identifiable from other types of giraffes by their irregular, star-shaped spots. A giraffe’s spots are unique to each animal, much like human fingerprints.
The International Union for Conservation of Nature’s Red List of Threatened Species have listed Giraffes as endangered.
Viewing information as well as the new calf’s name will be released in the next few weeks.