Zoo Visitors Witness Giraffe Birth

Visitors to the San Diego Zoo witnessed the birth of the newest addition to the giraffe herd Sunday.

Visitors to the San Diego Zoo witnessed the birth of the newest addition to the zoo’s giraffe herd Sunday.

The male calf arrived at 11:20 a.m., the fourth baby for 18-year-old Nikki. His father is Silver, according to the San Diego zoo.

Keepers say this calf is a little guy, just 5-foot-3 inches tall. He was measured during his first exam. The health baby boy is sticking close to mom and seems to have a good temperament.

He’ll be on exhibit in the maternity yard for a few days before being introduced to the rest of the herd later this week.
 

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