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Sedgwick County Zoo announces 2 elephant pregnancies

Simunye is mother to Titan, a male elephant in the zoo's herd, and this is the first pregnancy for Talia. Sedgwick County Zoo has announced two elephant pregnancies, with Simunye's last calf born nearly 15 years ago and Talia's first-time mom Talia. The two elephants are due to arrive at the zoo in mid-January. The zoo is cautiously optimistic and looking forward to sharing updates throughout the journey.

Sedgwick County Zoo announces 2 elephant pregnancies

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“We are extremely excited to share our two pregnancies with everyone,” Ripple said. “Simunye’s last calf was born nearly 15 years ago and Talia will be a first-time mom. With these pregnancies, just as with humans, there are always risks in the early phases. We are cautiously optimistic and looking forward to sharing updates throughout this journey.”


Onderwerpen: Wildlife, Elephants

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