Amy on March 5th, 2009

The first baby of the year born at Audubon Zoo, born January 8th, is a Giant Anteater. Apparently the baby will cling to mom Anita for nearly a year! The little anteater will not get a name until the zoologists determine its gender (which they should be able to do soon).

Giant Anteater with clinging baby

Giant Anteater and clinging baby, Audubon Zoo, New Orleans, LA, 2009-Jan-31

 

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