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Oh, fer cute! Como Zoo announces birth of its first nyala calf

4 things to know from Jan. 16, 2024
4 things to know from Jan. 16, 2024 01:45

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is celebrating the birth of its very first nyala calf.

According to the St. Paul zoo, the calf's mom, Stevie, birthed the yet-to-be-named calf on Saturday, Jan. 6. The calf was able to stand for the first time within 35 minutes. 

Stevie and the calf's dad, Stanley, were brought to the zoo last year as part of a Species Survival Plan breeding recommendation.

Como Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of its very first Nyala calf, born Saturday, January 6th to mom, Stevie. The...

Posted by Como Park Zoo & Conservatory on Tuesday, January 16, 2024

 Visitors can now see the newest member of the zoo.  

The nyala is an antelope native to southeastern Africa. 

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