Racine Zoo RACINE, Wis. (CBS 58) -- The Racine Zoo has welcomed a new member! A Hartmann's Mountain zebra was born in the early morning of Oct. 12; she's the third Hartmann Mountain foal born at the zoo and the first female.
According to the zoo, Harmann Mountain zebras are vulnerable in their native habitats in southern Africa, so the new zebra at the zoo is an important contribution to global conservation of the species.
The foal was born to mother, Promise, and father, Obi.
"We are all very happy for Promise, Obi and the new foal and cannot wait to introduce her to the public," said Dan Powell, curator of animal care and conservation at the Racine Zoo. "This successful birth is a testament to the hard work of the Animal Care Specialists and medical team monitoring Promise's pregnancy and daily care."
The zoo says Promise has shown her experience of being a mother and is taking "excellent care" of her baby.
There's one thing missing! The new zoo addition needs a name. You can vote for your favorite name on the Racine Zoo's Facebook page.