On Tuesday, July 16, the Prague Zoo announced the birth of a baby Nubian giraffe.

Although the baby girl was born two weeks ago, the zoo waited to share the news due to concerns about her condition. Shortly after birth, it was noticed that her left front leg lacked stability.

Fortunately, walking on a hard surface and her mother’s attentive care helped correct the issue without the need for veterinary intervention. Starting today, visitors can see the newborn giraffe in the African House pavilion at the top of the zoo.

“The year of notable births for both visitors and future breeding is far from over. Gorillas, orangutans, wombats, and pangolins have been joined by a baby giraffe,” said Zoo Director Miroslav Bobek.

Male giraffe Johan mated with female Farah in April last year.

The zoo closely monitored Farah for signs of pregnancy. One year, two months, and twenty-nine days later, Johan’s thirtieth and final offspring was born. This is Farah’s fourth calf.

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