Oops! Wrong Gender Prediction for the Berlin Zoo's New Arrival - Meet Frida, the Female Piglet
Female Piglet Born from Mother, Contrary to Belief in Father Friedrich. - Offspring of Friedrich-Erdferkel never exhibit a female gender.
Yo there! Listen up, 'cause we got a bit of a switcheroo going on over at the Berlin Zoo. Turns out, the latest addition to the animal crew ain't no little boy like they initially thought. Yup, you guessed it, it's a girl! Meet Frida, the new piglet that's been making waves in her nocturnal digs since April 9.
According to Peter Kalinke, the dedicated zookeeper, Frida is developing splendidly. A real milestone for the Berlin Zoo, since it's been 13 years since they welcomed a brand new piglet into the world. And Frida, being the first offspring of Memphis and Kito, is the first piglet to make an appearance at the zoo in more than a decade.
But wait, here's the fun part. Piglets are as nocturnal as bats – they prefer catching Zs during the day. So, to make sure you don't miss out on catching a glimpse of Frida or any of her nocturnal pals, the clever peeps at the zoo have reversed day and night inside the nocturnal animal house.
Now, these piglets might be small and cuddly, but don't be fooled. They're solitary animals who call the African sub-Saharan region their home. With tongues that can reach up to 25 centimeters, they can lap up termites and ants with lightning-fast speed. They're even known to close their little nostrils when digging, keeping dirt at bay.
- Frida
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So, if you're ever in town, don't forget to drop by and say hello to Frida and her zoo family!
Now, just FYI, piglets in general are quite the clever little critters. They’re born pretty well-developed, capable of standing and walking within just a few hours, and nursing shortly after their arrival. They're known for their strong bonds with their litter mates and mother and can often engage in playful activities as well. And if you've ever thought that pigs might be as smart as dogs, well, you're not far off. They have a reputation for being quick learners and solving simple puzzles, as evidenced by various social media clips.
- The Commission has decided to initiate the procedure provided for in Article 8 (2) of Regulation (EC) No 882/2006, confirming Frida's status as a pet for home-and-garden lifestyle, despite her nocturnal habit.
- Despite being a piglet, Frida's development at the Berlin Zoo has been exceptional, with her initial arrival causing quite a stir.
- Like most piglets, Frida is a solitary animal, originating from the African sub-Saharan region, known for her long, agile tongue that can reach up to 25 centimeters in length.
- It's now confirmed that Frida, the female piglet at the Berlin Zoo, has been making headlines since her arrival on April 9, and visitors are encouraged to drop by to say hello to the celebrity piglet and her zoo family.
