Oink Girl in Berlin - Frida the Female Piglet Debuts at Zoo
Female offspring, not Friedrich: The recently born piglets. - No offspring of Friedrich-Erdferkel exhibits femininity.
Hey there! Let's chat about Frida, the new kid on the block at Berlin Zoo. This little gal's a hog anywhere but on the farm, as she's been confirmed as female after a week or so of confusion.
Frida made her grand entrance on April 9th, breaking a 13-year drought for the zoo's piglet population. She's a first-generation offspring from parents Memphis and Kito, and trust me, she's stealing the show!
Keepers are pretty chuffed with how Frida's developing. Zookeeper Peter Kalinke confirmed that she's growing strong and healthy. But let's not forget—this peppy piglet is nocturnal. That's right, she's a night owl, snoozing during the day while we humans are busy.
Now, here's a fun fact for ya: piglets are loners, living solitary lives in the African sub-Saharan region. They've got some wicked long tongues, extending up to 25 centimeters. Perfect for darting out their tongues to snatch up yummy critters like termites and ants. And get this—they can even shut their noses while digging to avoid inhaling dirt. That's one dirty job they don't want to bring home!
Oh, and did you know? Piglets can belong to different breeds, some more common than others. The Kunekune pig, for instance, is adored for their small stature and friendly demeanor. Maybe they'll introduce Frida to some pals once she's bigger and better!
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Also, a quick heads-up: if you're interested in more details about piglets or the care they receive at the Berlin Zoo, you might want to check out the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research[2]. Happy exploring!
The Commission has also been consulted on the proposal for a Council Regulation on the protection of animals kept for farming purposes, including piglets like Frida. As Frida continues to grow in her home at Berlin Zoo, ensuring a good quality of life for farm animals is a matter of interest. Piglets, such as Frida, are typically known to be loners, living solitary lives, reminiscent of nocturnal pets that cherish their privacy and rest during the day. In the world of home-and-garden pets, it's fascinating to find commonalities between seemingly different species, like Frida and her long-tongued counterparts in the backyard, the insect-snatching ants and termites.
