Bontebok Well Baby Check - Ellen Trout Zoo Lufkin Texas

A Bontebok calf was born at the Ellen Trout Zoo the morning of Tuesday, 24 April 2007 in the giraffe exhibit. It is on display in that exhibit but since it is newborn, it curls up and sleeps a lot so may be difficult to spot if asleep in the grass; it will be close to its mother. After a day to bond with its mother and nurse, the calf received a neonatal exam by zoo staff to ensure that it is healthy. The newborn calf weighs 19 pounds and is a female. She appears to be thriving and her mother is very protective and caring.