The Oakland Zoo is celebrating the first giraffe born at the zoo in 11 years.
Kendi, a female baby giraffe born on Oct. 19, hangs out with Zawadi, a male giraffe, in their habitat at the Oakland Zoo in Oakland, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. Photos: Bay Area’s colorful Día de los Muertos celebrations
At first, a separate area was set up by keepers in the giraffe barn for the mother and calf to peacefully bond without the distraction of other herd members. Then on Oct. 30, Kendi made her debut in the large giraffe habitat where the public can view her. The zoo wants Kijiji and Kendi to serve as ambassadors, helping to educate guests about their wild giraffe cousins and the challenges they face in the wild. By having giraffes at the zoo, the hope is to bring appreciation and awareness to the species.
Kendi, a female baby giraffe born on Oct. 19, looks up at Zawadi, a male giraffe, in their habitat at the Oakland Zoo in Oakland, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023.
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