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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is celebrating the birth of a new baby giraffe!
13-year-old Luna became a mother for the sixth time when she gave birth to a male calf, the zoo announced Friday.
The zoo says both mom and baby are strong and healthy.
Our tower of giraffes grows by another long neck 😍 Today, 13-year-old Luna gave birth to her 6th calf—on exhibit! The gender is not yet known, but we are so excited to continue to share more soon. Animal care staff continues to monitor mom & calf & will conduct a neonatal exam. pic.twitter.com/vnXx3q72ye
— Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens (@jacksonvillezoo) July 2, 2021
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