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Zoo Tales: Rare twin giraffe calves born at Auckland Zoo


In a rare occurrence, twin giraffes were born at Auckland Zoo, though sadly one calf had to be put down. According to Auckland Zoo, only about 30 cases of giraffe twins have been reported worldwide. Here is 7-year-old giraffe mum Kiraka with her new female calf.

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