Meet Baby Giraffe Tucker at Animal Kingdom
Our excitement is reaching new heights at Disney’s Animal Kingdom! Disney is overjoyed to welcome Tucker, a magnificent baby boy born to their Masai giraffe, Mara, on the Kilimanjaro Safaris. This is a particularly special moment as it’s the first giraffe calf birth at Walt Disney World Resort since 2021. Mara, who has been part of the savanna since 2015 and is now a mother for the third time is already showing Tucker the ropes as they ventured out onto the savanna recently, a promising start to his life.
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A Baby Giraffe Stands Tall for Conservation at Animal Kingdom
The birth of Mara’s baby giraffe at Animal Kingdom is a significant achievement. The Masai giraffe is classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), with around 30,000 giraffes remaining globally. With habitat loss and poaching posing threats in their natural environments, Disney is working hard to help protect this iconic species.
“Tucker’s birth is really important for us. It’s a testament to Disney’s leadership in animal care and conservation and our incredible partnership with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and the Species Survival Plan. This plan focuses on maintaining genetic diversity of the giraffe population and helping to prevent giraffes from becoming extinct,” said Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President of Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment.
Disney’s team of world-class animal care professionals and expert on-site veterinarians have been working around the clock to ensure both Mara and her calf receive leading care. This birth is a true testament to the incredible work of the animal care team at Walt Disney World.
Tucker’s arrival contributes to the genetic diversity and health of the Masai giraffe population, ensuring that future generations can enjoy the sight of these majestic animals towering above the savanna.
The Disney Conservation Fund Celebrates 30 Years of Wildlife Protection
Recognizing the urgency to protect rapidly vanishing wildlife and habitats around the world, the Disney Conservation Fund provides support to respected conservation organizations already at the forefront of critical conservation efforts.
This year, the Disney Conservation Fund (DCF) is celebrating its 30th anniversary. Since its inception in 1995, the Disney Conservation Fund has directed more than $132 million to community conservation programs to support organizations working with communities to protect wildlife, inspire action, and promote environmental resilience.
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