In a dense forest with dappled light, it’s nearly impossible to see the elusive okapi! Its broken pattern of dark and light stripes helps it hide from predators. As herbivores, okapi feed on leaves, grasses, ferns, fruits and other understory plants. They use their long blue-black tongues, that can stretch up to 18 inches, to reach and grasp leaves. | Bronx Zoo

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