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Edinburgh Zoo Welcomes Endangered Pygmy Hippo Calf
A new pygmy hippo calf named Haggis was born at Edinburgh Zoo, bringing attention to the critically endangered species.
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- What happened to Amara, Haggis's sibling?
- Amara, Haggis's older sibling, was moved to London Zoo as part of a European breeding program for pygmy hippos to help preserve the endangered species.
- What is the natural habitat of pygmy hippos?
- Pygmy hippos are native to the forests and swamps of West Africa, particularly Liberia, but their population is critically low, emphasizing the importance of conservation efforts.
- Where was Haggis, the pygmy hippo calf, born?
- Haggis, a pygmy hippo calf, was born at Edinburgh Zoo on October 30th to parents Otto and Gloria. Her arrival has generated excitement, as pygmy hippos are critically endangered, with only about 2,500 left in the wild.
- What is the zoo's hope for Haggis's role in the future?
- The zoo hopes Haggis will serve as an ambassador for her species, raising awareness of the challenges pygmy hippos face in the wild, similar to the social media fame achieved by Moo Deng, another pygmy hippo.
- Why is the pygmy hippo house at Edinburgh Zoo temporarily closed?
- The first 30 days of Haggis's life are crucial for her development; therefore, the pygmy hippo house at Edinburgh Zoo is temporarily closed to allow for close monitoring by zookeepers.