In the wild, the incredibly shy okapi is rarely seen by humans. They live in heavily forested areas in the Democratic Republic of Congo in Central Africa. Here are some fun okapi facts: - They are the only living relative of the giraffe. - Their distinctive leg stripes break up their body shape and are an effective camouflage in dense vegetation - The species was discovered by western scientists in the early 1900s. - They use their large ears to listen for danger. See these amazing animals, at o

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The beautiful and endangered okapi is shy, secretive, and elusive. They are found in the dense tropical rainforests of central Africa, and their reddish coat and zebra-like stripes help them disappear quickly in dense foliage. They are the closest living relative to giraffes. The L.A. Zoo is home to two okapi named Jackson and Opey. Jackson is curious and enjoys snacking on butternut squash. Opey is known for her gentle demeanor, and has had two calves over the years at the Zoo. While discovered

We are thrilled to welcome the newest member of the CZBG family! An okapi calf was born yesterday at 4pm and stood within 45 minutes. He/she is doing well, and Kuvua is being an excellent mom. This is Kuvua's third calf so she knows what to do. This video was taken about an hour after birth as the calf was getting the hang of standing and walking. Mom and calf will remain behind the scenes to bond until the weather is nice enough for them to explore their outdoor yard. Okapi are endangered so ev