Rare 'Spotless' Giraffe Born in US Zoo Sparks Global Attention

Unique Birth of Giraffe with Uniform Skin Pattern Creates Buzz at Tennessee Zoo

In a remarkable event at a US zoo, a giraffe with an unusual uniform skin pattern, often referred to as a 'spotless' or 'uniform' giraffe, was born, generating significant interest. The giraffe, born on the 31st of last month at the Bright's Zoo in Tennessee, possesses a distinct feature: it lacks the typical irregular spots found on most giraffes. The newborn, measuring 183cm already, emerged from its mother's womb with a perfectly consistent coat.

Zoo officials have underscored that this giraffe's appearance is believed to be a one-of-a-kind occurrence worldwide.

The spots on a giraffe serve as a camouflage mechanism in the wild, aiding the animal in temperature regulation through the network of blood vessels beneath the spotted skin. Each giraffe has a unique pattern, determined by genetic factors inherited from its mother, according to experts.

Tony Bright, the founder of the zoo, stated to local media, "The global coverage of the spotless baby giraffe has significantly raised awareness about the urgent need for giraffe conservation."

Over the past three decades, nearly 40% of wild giraffe populations have declined, pushing them closer to the brink of extinction due to habitat loss in Africa and illegal poaching.

Meanwhile, the zoo has initiated a naming campaign for the giraffe, unveiling potential names such as 'Kipeki,' meaning 'unique' in Swahili, encouraging public participation in the naming process through voting.