Oklahoma City Zoo's Okapi calf may opt to hide out for a bit

 
CARRIE COPPERNOLL
Published: August 27, 2009

A rare okapi has been born at the Oklahoma City Zoo , officials announced Wednesday.

The calf was born Aug. 15, becoming one of fewer than 100 okapis in captivity in accredited zoos nationwide, according to the Oklahoma City Zoo. The animals can be seen at only 24 zoos in the country. The Oklahoma City Zoo is home to four okapis — the calf, its parents and an additional female.

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