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Rare albino wallaby born at animal rescue center
The Little Zoo charity in Wiltshire invites the public to suggest gender-neutral names for a rare albino Bennett’s wallaby joey discovered earlier this year.
- Earlier this year, keepers at the Little Zoo animal rescue centre in Wiltshire discovered a rare albino Bennett's wallaby joey born at the centre.
- Because albinism 'prevents the body from producing normal pigmentation,' staff reexamined the joey after it began peeking from its mother's pouch, Nicky said.
- The joey currently spends most of its time in its mother's pouch but is starting to peek out; Little Zoo staff have shared photos of the youngster and described the discovery as exciting.
- Staff have invited the public to suggest creative gender-neutral name suggestions because the joey's sex remains unconfirmed, and Nicola, Little Zoo spokesperson, said supporter involvement is welcome.
- Experts note animals with albinism typically show very pale fur and light eyes, with true albino wallabies being much rarer, making this joey an unusual case.
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Rare albino wallaby born at animal rescue center
"It was quite an exciting discovery for all of us."
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