Meet Haggis: Edinburgh Zoo's Adorable New Pygmy Hippo Calf

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Meet Haggis: Edinburgh Zoo's Adorable New Pygmy Hippo Calf
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A rare pygmy hippo calf named Haggis has been born at Edinburgh Zoo, marking a significant event for the endangered species, which has only about 2,500 individuals left in the wild. The zoo's pygmy hippo house will be closed for a month to ensure the calf's critical early development. This birth highlights the importance of conservation efforts and raising awareness about the challenges faced by pygmy hippos in the wild.

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