Ammon News - The San Diego Zoo announced the birth of a giraffe calf to a first-time mother who was also born at the zoo years earlier.

The zoo announced Masai giraffe Mawe gave birth to her first calf Nov. 30. Mawe and the calf's father, Chifu, were both also born at the facility.

The zoo previously announced the birth of a giraffe calf named Lemayian in July.

"These births help support the genetic diversity of Masai giraffes and ensure their global population remains strong and healthy," the zoo said.

Mawe and her newborn are currently bonding in maternity area of the giraffe habitat within the San Diego Zoo's Urban Jungle area.

Masai giraffes are classified as endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List of Threatened Species.

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