Towering New Arrival: Baby Giraffe Born at Kansas City Zoo

Excitement is sky-high at the Kansas City Zoo, where a female Masai giraffe was born on Sunday, June 30, already standing an impressive 5 feet 6 inches tall. The newborn, the offspring of mom Makali and dad Aidan, is a welcome addition to the zoo family, particularly as Masai giraffes are listed as an endangered species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). This birth not only brings joy to the zoo staff and visitors but also contributes to the conservation efforts aimed at increasing the population of this majestic species. The zoo community eagerly anticipates watching this young giraffe grow and thrive under the care of her dedicated keepers.

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