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Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Beloved giraffe and unborn calf die suddenly
A Sydney Zoo giraffe and its calf have died following complications during labour. Late last Thursday night, zoo staff noticed signs of active labour in female giraffe Nzuri. In a statement, staff said as Nzuri's labour progressed 'it became apparent that the birth was not proceeding normally'. 'A dedicated team of three veterinarians and two veterinary nurses from several institutions were immediately mobilised to intervene and assist with the delivery,' the statement read. Staff discovered the calf's head and neck were poorly positioned, and despite the team's best efforts it became evident that the calf had died. Not long after, due to the stress and difficulty of the birth, Nzuri's condition 'severely deteriorated'. Faced with no viable options to save her, staff made 'the very difficult decision to humanely euthanise Nzuri to prevent her from further suffering'. Sydney Zoo said Nzuri's death had deeply affected staff who cared for her. 'This is an incredibly heartbreaking outcome for all involved,' exotic animals care manager Tim Bennett said. 'Our animal care team did everything possible to try and save both the calf and the mother, Nzuri. 'Decisions like this are never made lightly. The animal's welfare is always our primary concern.' Giraffe births are notoriously problematic due to the animal's trademark long limbs and neck, with a roughly six-foot drop to the ground immedietly following birth. Giraffes typically socialise in small groups or pairs of the same sex. Nzuri's companion was a similarly aged giraffe named Eyelean. When Nzuri arrived from Canberra's National Zoo and Aquarium in November last year, the two quickly formed a strong bond. 'When Nzuri spotted Eyelean, the bond was instant,' said Sydney Zoo zookeeper Frankie Douglass. 'Giraffes communicate through sniffing each other and rubbing noses, which is exactly what we witnessed within moments of the giraffes meeting each other. 'Nzuri and Eyelean are very similar in nature, both gentle yet outgoing.' Nzuri celebrated her sixth birthday just one month ago with keepers describing her as a 'shy' and 'lovely' giraffe. Giraffes in the wild typically live about 25 years.
News.com.au
2 days ago
- General
- News.com.au
‘Incredibly heartbreaking': Sydney Zoo giraffe and unborn calf die suddenly
A Sydney Zoo giraffe and its calf have died following complications during labour. Late last Thursday night, zoo staff noticed signs of active labour in female giraffe Nzuri. In a statement, staff said as Nzuri's labour progressed 'it became apparent that the birth was not proceeding normally'. 'A dedicated team of three veterinarians and two veterinary nurses from several institutions were immediately mobilised to intervene and assist with the delivery,' the statement read. Staff discovered the calf's head and neck were poorly positioned, and despite the team's best efforts it became evident that the calf had died. Not long after, due to the stress and difficulty of the birth, Nzuri's condition 'severely deteriorated'. Faced with no viable options to save her, staff made 'the very difficult decision to humanely euthanise Nzuri to prevent her from further suffering'. Sydney Zoo said Nzuri's death had deeply affected staff who cared for her. 'This is an incredibly heartbreaking outcome for all involved,' exotic animals care manager Tim Bennett said. 'Our animal care team did everything possible to try and save both the calf and the mother, Nzuri. 'Decisions like this are never made lightly. The animal's welfare is always our primary concern.' Giraffe births are notoriously problematic due to the animal's trademark long limbs and neck, with a roughly six-foot drop to the ground immedietly following birth. Giraffes typically socialise in small groups or pairs of the same sex. Nzuri's companion was a similarly aged giraffe named Eyelean. When Nzuri arrived from Canberra's National Zoo and Aquarium in November last year, the two quickly formed a strong bond. 'When Nzuri spotted Eyelean, the bond was instant,' said Sydney Zoo zookeeper Frankie Douglass. 'Giraffes communicate through sniffing each other and rubbing noses, which is exactly what we witnessed within moments of the giraffes meeting each other. 'Nzuri and Eyelean are very similar in nature, both gentle yet outgoing.' Nzuri celebrated her sixth birthday just one month ago with keepers describing her as a 'shy' and 'lovely' giraffe. Giraffes in the wild typically live about 25 years.
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
20 People Who Woke Up One Morning Over The Past Week And Kinda Sort-Of Accidentally Ruined Their Entire Year
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The Herald
27-06-2025
- General
- The Herald
Pretoria Zoo celebrates World Giraffe Day by welcoming newborn calf Enzo
When the global community came together to celebrate World Giraffe Day on June 21, the National Zoological Gardens (NZG) in Pretoria had its own reason to celebrate with the arrival of a giraffe calf earlier this month. Born on June 8, the young giraffe is the fifth addition to the NZG's giraffe herd. The birth coincided with World Giraffe Day, an initiative by the Giraffe Conservation Foundation (GCF) to honour the world's tallest land animal on the year's longest day. The calf was born at the zoo to Momo, an 11-year-old matriarch known for her calm and independent nature. According to Carol Thobela, curator of carnivores, pachyderms, and farm yard at NZG, the calf has begun to show a strong personality. 'We named the calf Enzo, meaning 'ruler of the estate'. It's a strong, bold name that suits the energy we have seen. Even though we don't yet know if Enzo is male or female, the name reflects the confidence and spirit of this little one,' said Thobela. NZG director of animal conservation Tracy Rehse highlighted the importance of understanding giraffe subspecies in supporting global conservation science. 'According to new genetic classifications, the NZG giraffes are assumed to belong to the South African giraffe subspecies Giraffa camelopardalis giraffa, though genetic testing has not yet been conducted to confirm this,' said Rehse. 'Understanding subspecies has helped us align our animal management practices with conservation science and ensures we're contributing meaningful data to global conservation efforts' The giraffes at NZG live in an environment tailored to their natural behaviour and health needs. Elevated feeders mimic tree-top browsing, while night shelters and a surrounding wet moat provide safety and comfort, accounting for giraffes' natural reluctance to cross water. The NZG herd includes a mix of distinctive personalities, including: Tiago, who was born in 2020 and hand-reared by staff, is known for his playful and affectionate nature. Azuri, who was born in 2022, is confident and observant and is often found surveying the zoo from his favourite lookout mound. Bonito, the nine-year-old breeding bull, is food-driven and dominant, approaching staff only when browse is on offer. South African National Biodiversity Institute director of marketing, communications and commercialisation Nontsikelelo Mpulo stressed the broader significance of World Giraffe Day. 'World Giraffe Day is not only about admiring Africa's gentle giants. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness and support for the conservation of giraffes, who are increasingly threatened by habitat loss, poaching and deteriorating ecological infrastructure,' said Mpulo. 'While promoting animal welfare and public education, the zoo also plays an important role in national conservation efforts. Though giraffes are locally classified as Least Concern, the species is globally listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, with some subspecies facing a higher risk of extinction.' TimesLIVE
CBS News
25-06-2025
- Business
- CBS News
Pittsburgh Zoo plans giraffe breeding program and new exhibit after "transformative" $10 million donation
The Pittsburgh Zoo says it has big plans after receiving its most significant donation ever. The zoo on Wednesday announced that it received a $10 million gift from donors who want to remain anonymous. Zoo president and CEO Dr. Jeremy Goodman called the donation "transformative," saying it will allow the zoo to build a new giraffe barn with space to start a breeding program and design a new exhibit, Expedition Indonesia. The zoo says the new giraffe barn will offer daily opportunities for winter viewing, and there will be new VIP experiences, like letting guests walk along a catwalk and feed the giraffes eye-to-eye. Expedition Indonesia will be a multi-level habitat at the highest point of the zoo with waterfalls, pools and an animal facility that will also allow for off-season viewing. It will house species like orangutans, siamangs and tapirs. "This tremendous gift really serves as a catalyst for other gifts and growth at the Zoo," Goodman said in a press release. "It is an investment in the future of animal well-being and the revitalized direction we're taking Pittsburgh as a leader in conservation initiatives." The zoo says the donation is at the forefront of the first phase of a 20-year master plan to reimagine the zoo. The giraffe barn and new exhibit are early priorities, along with the new admissions and ticketing plaza that's currently under construction. Construction on the barn and design for the new habitat are expected to begin after this year, the zoo says.
