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Vote Now: Name This Adorable Giraffe
1 Jun
Summary
- A male Masai giraffe calf was born on March 10.
- The public can vote for one of four names online.
- Masai giraffes are endangered, with populations declining.
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is inviting the public to help name a young Masai giraffe calf. This male calf, born on March 10, is healthy and has been bonding with his mother, Zuri, and the zoo's herd.
The zoo has narrowed down the naming options to four unique choices and is encouraging daily participation through online voting. This effort shines a light on the critical conservation status of Masai giraffes.
Masai giraffes are an endangered species, having experienced a population decline of nearly 50% in the past three decades. Approximately 43,000 of these animals remain in the wild across Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda. The Columbus Zoo celebrates this calf as one of 23 giraffe births it has successfully facilitated.
