4 The Love Of Animals

DECEMBER 29, 2011

Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay welcomed a new baby female reticulated giraffe on Tuesday, December 27, 2011. The breeding program has been a great success. The breeding program has been a great success. Both mother and baby will join the other animals on the Serengeti Plain in about three months. That’s a big baby!

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4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 15, 2010

Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay recently welcomed two more baby giraffes, bringing the herd to 17! From the press release: A giraffe’s gestation period is approximately 15 months, and the new babies will nurse for about one year. These births are part of a successful long-term breeding program at Busch Gardens.

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4 The Love Of Animals

APRIL 23, 2010

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomed a new baby reticulated giraffe just days ago. The duo will join the other animals on the Serengeti Plain in a few months. A giraffe’s gestation period is approximately 15 months, and the new baby will nurse for about one year. originally appeared on 4 The Love of Animals on April 23, 2010.

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