A baby giant anteater that was born at the Miami Zoo has survived despite the odds after being rejected by its mother.
The giant anteater uses its sharp claws to tear an opening into an anthill and put its long snout, sticky saliva, and efficient tongue to work. But it has to eat quickly, flicking its tongue up to.
The infant anteater, dubbed 'Ziggy,' was abandoned shortly after birth by his mother, Laura, a 7-year-old anteater.
- A tiny giant Anteater named Ziggy has been born at Zoo Miami and has so far defied all odds of survival after its mother rejected it, leaving it out in the cold in freezing temperatures.
- Giant anteaters usually spend the first few weeks of their lives clinging to their mothers and riding on their backs, a free ride that can last up to 12 months. They're the largest of their.
- Thank you to our community for the warm wishes in welcoming 'Ziggy Ebenezer', the baby boy anteater, to the family! Posted by Zoo Miami on Tuesday, December 22, 2020 According to WSVN, the male pup, born to 7-year-old giant anteater Laura on Dec. 8, her birthday, is gaining strength after initially facing some challenges.
Zookeepers found the baby left alone and cold on one of the coldest nights of the year. Fearing the worst, they rushed him to the animal ICU.
But despite the odds being stacked against him, Zoo Miami told Daily Mail that Ziggy is thriving and growing stronger every day.
Ziggy The Anteater
Now almost a month old, Ziggy recovered under the careful watch of the animal health team, who took to tube-feeding him since he couldn't be nursed by his mother.
Later, the zoo tried to reunite the baby with his mother, but even though Laura allowed Ziggy to be placed on her back, she eventually showed signs of disinterest, and the team concluded she was not going to care for the infant.
Still, Ziggy was a fighter and returned to the animal hospital, where he overcame the danger period of recovery.
Baby Giant Anteater Tongue Out
Zoo Miami said they are 'cautiously optimistic' about his progress.
They said, 'There are still obstacles ahead as there would be for any infant in this situation.'
Ron Magill, the zoo's goodwill ambassador and communications director, called Ziggy 'a positive symbol' for overcoming difficulties in 2020.
'At a time when the world is facing so many challenges,' he said, 'it is uplifting to see this little guy overcome his significant challenges and continue to grow and thrive. Hopefully, he can represent a positive symbol for all of us during this holiday season!'
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The baby anteater was named after Ziggy Stardust, the alter ego of the British star the late David Bowie, carrying on the zoo's naming traditions; the first giant anteater born at the zoo in 2016 was named 'Bowie' after the superstar, as well.
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We are proud to announce the birth of a baby giant anteater. The yet-to-be-named baby was born on the evening of March 31 to mom, Olive. Giant anteaters spend the first few weeks of life clinging to their mothers and will typically hitch a ride on mom's back for almost 12 months.
Olive has been very attentive to the baby, carefully nursing and transporting the pup on her back. After allowing the pair plenty of time to bond, keepers and zoo veterinarians will determine if the baby is male or female.
Giant anteaters face threats resulting from habitat loss and agricultural expansion. The Zoo's anteaters serve as ambassadors for their wild counterparts, helping zoo guests understand this unique species. The Houston Zoo is proud to support the Giant Armadillo Conservation Program, a group working to protect giant armadillos and anteaters in the wild.
Baby Giant Anteater Getting Born
Although the Zoo has temporarily closed its gates to help slow the spread of COVID-19, the team continues to work tirelessly to care for the animals. In order to help support the Houston Zoo during this unprecedented time, the Emergency Zoo Fund has been launched to help.
