Hippo Calf Born in Berlin Zoo - Berlin Zoo Welcomes Tiny Twin Hippo, Weighing Just 28kg
The Berlin Zoo has welcomed a baby hippo, born on September 28th, weighing a mere 28 kg. This is significantly lighter than the usual 40 kg birth weight for hippos. The newborn is one of twins, though sadly, its sibling did not survive.
The baby hippo is being nurtured by its mother, Nala, who is providing constant care. Despite the unusual low birth weight, the calf is thriving under its mother's attentive supervision. Once the baby hippo gains strength and size, it will be introduced to its other family members.
It's rare to see twin births among hippos, with only about one percent of documented cases. This makes the Berlin Zoo's recent event even more special.
The baby hippo, currently under the watchful eye of its mother, Nala, is growing well despite its low birth weight. As it gains strength, it will be integrated into the zoo's hippo family. The birth of these twins, though tragic in one aspect, is a unique and exciting event for the Berlin Zoo.
