Edinburgh Zoo welcomes three capybara triplets after Bru sensation
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 28 Oct, 20:44 · Archive
Three capybara pups have been born at Edinburgh Zoo, months after baby Bru became an internet sensation.
Three capybara pups were born at Edinburgh Zoo on 28 October to parents Luna and Rodney. Keepers spotted the newborns the morning after their birth. According to the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland, the triplets are doing well and remaining close to their mother as they explore their new home.
The pups will undergo their first health check in the coming weeks, at which point keepers will determine their genders and select their names. Darren McGarry, head of animal care at Edinburgh Zoo, said the triplets are 'adorable, exploring their new home while staying close to mum and taking in the world around them'. He noted that Bru, the zoo's previous pup born in May, 'is adjusting to no longer being the centre of attention' and is 'a little grumpy for now' but keepers expect him to become close with his siblings once he settles.
Bru became an internet sensation as the first capybara born in Scotland in 18 years. The births come after a viral photograph of two capybaras in a pool, which the zoo revealed showed Rodney and Cali, Luna's sister. Capybaras are the world's largest rodents and can breed several times a year.
How it is being reported
- Edinburgh Zoo welcomes three capybara pups just months after birth of 'sensation' Bru'The triplets are adorable, exploring their new home while staying close to mum and taking in the world around them.'Edinburgh Live · 28 Oct, 20:09
- Edinburgh Zoo welcomes adorable capybara tripletsThe healthy pups follow in the paw prints of older brother BruEdinburgh Evening News · 28 Oct, 16:42
In this story: Edinburgh Zoo · Luna · Rodney · Bru · Royal Zoological Society of Scotland · Darren McGarry · Scotland
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