We are celebrating a towering milestone with the arrival of our adorable giraffe calf.

Born in December 2025 to first-time mum Eyama. Our giraffe calf is standing just days into life and already capturing hearts, the newborn marks a historic moment for Sydney Zoo and a rare opportunity for our guests to witness one of the world’s tallest animals at its very smallest.

Born in the late evening, the male calf arrived following a closely monitored 15-month pregnancy. While giraffe births are dramatic by nature – involving a significant first drop to the ground our zookeepers quickly identified that this little one would need extra support in his earliest days.

Weighing approximately 60–70kg at birth, the calf required intensive, round-the-clock care from our animal care and veterinary teams, who stepped in to hand-raise him through the critical first weeks. This extraordinary effort included overnight feeds, physiotherapy and constant monitoring to ensure he was feeding, moving and growing as expected.

Now just over a month old, our little calf is thriving and has already grown to over 108kgs, he is putting on weight rapidly and showing strong signs of healthy development. Our Zookeepers say his personality is beginning to shine, with plenty of curiosity, confidence and playful energy emerging as he explores his surroundings.

“We are incredibly excited today to announce the arrival of an adorable little giraffe calf born here at Sydney Zoo,” said Tim Bennett, Exotics Animal Care Manager.“Hand-raising a giraffe is not something we take lightly – it’s an enormous commitment – but the dedication of our keepers and vets working around the clock has given this calf the very best start.”

Guests may be lucky enough to spot the giraffe calf making part-time appearances on the savannah in the morning hours, as we manage his gradual introduction to the habitat and wider herd. These limited viewings prioritise the calf’s welfare while allowing a rare glimpse of this special moment.