Baby giraffe born at Louisville Zoo, their first in 12 years

Zoo in Kentucky celebrates first birth of a giraffe in over a decade

One of the most popular zoos in Kentucky is celebrating the birth of a giraffe calf for the first time in more than a decade.

Louisville Zoo welcomes baby giraffe

The baby weighed 160 pounds and stood 6 feet, 2 inches when born.

Louisville Zoo celebrates first giraffe calf born in 12 years

"We are delighted to celebrate this important birth,” said Dan Maloney, Director of the Louisville Zoo. "Both Kianga and the calf are doing well, and the Zoo staff is closely monitoring them to ensure their continued health and well-being."

Louisville Zoo welcomes its first baby giraffe in more than a decade

Parents Kianga and Baridi welcomed a newborn male Masai giraffe Aug. 9, 2024, with a name set to be announced in the upcoming weeks.