Hey, it’s Franklin: Toledo Zoo welcomes baby giraffe

TOLEDO, Ohio — An Ohio zoo welcomed a baby giraffe as the newest addition to the facility’s herd.

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According to a social media post on X, formerly known as Twitter, and on Facebook, the Toledo Zos & Aquarium welcomed Franklin on Sept. 9.

The 165-pound male was born to his mother, Tuli, and father, Rocket, The Toledo Blade reported.

Zoo officials said that a neonatal exam found that mother and child are healthy and are doing well away from the public view, according to the newspaper.

Officials at the zoo said they will introduce Franklin to the rest of the giraffe herd when they believe he is ready, WTOL-TV reported.

Once he becomes acclimated with the other giraffes, Franklin will be available for public viewing at the zoo’s “Africa!” exhibit later this month, according to the television station.