The Lincoln Children’s Zoo welcomed their first ever baby giraffe on January 29th. The newest addition to the herd was given the name Mosi, which means “the first” in Swahili.
Mosi, a female reticulated giraffe, stood within the first hour of birth and measured about 5 feet 5 inches tall and 130 pounds. Mosi has already grown a few inches since then and is now 6 feet 2 inches and weighing in around 150 pounds.
Zoo guests can visit Mosi in the giraffe barn during starting Wednesday, February 23rd at 10 am. Zoo officials say while Mosi will be in the giraffe barn throughout the day, she may take periodic breaks.