TYLER, Texas — The Caldwell Zoo’s new baby zebra has a name that will bring some optimism into the world.
Amali, a Grevy’s zebra, was born July 29 at 6:45 a.m. at the zoo. She weighs 82 pounds. Amali means ‘hope’ in Swahili.
Caldwell Zoo staff showcased the moments after birth and her first check-up in a Facebook video on Friday afternoon.
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