OKC Zoo’s endangered chimpanzee, Nia, is pregnant

  • The Oklahoma City Zoo has announced that Nia, one of their female chimpanzees and an endangered species, is pregnant. Nia’s baby is anticipated to be born later this fall. Photo provided.
    The Oklahoma City Zoo has announced that Nia, one of their female chimpanzees and an endangered species, is pregnant. Nia’s baby is anticipated to be born later this fall. Photo provided.
The Oklahoma City Zoo has proudly announced that its female chimpanzee, Nia (14), is pregnant. Nia’s baby is anticipated to be born later this fall. This will be the second offspring for Nia. “Any birth is exciting at the Zoo, but one for an endangered species is significant and thrilling for us,” said Pace Frank, the OKC Zoo’s assistant curator of primates. “The Zoo is committed to the…

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