Frida's Arrival: Berlin Zoo's First Female Piglet in 13 Years
All newborn piglets are female, as only sows give birth to piglets. - No female offspring of the Friedrich-Erdferkel species is detected.
Lock and load, folks! We've got a big scoop for you today - the Berlin Zoo has introduced a brand-spankin' new addition to its family! Meet Frida, the adorable female piglet that's got everyone buzzing.
It was initially assumed that Frida was a fella, given it's tricky to pin down the sex of piglets in the early stages. But, boy were they wrong! After some in-depth investigation, the team discovered that Frida is, in fact, a she-pig, brought to you by her fabulous parents, Memphis and Kito. (Can you feel the love in the air?!)
So, what's the big deal about Frida, you ask? Well, it's been a whole 13 years since the zoo welcomed a piglet into its nocturnal house, making Frida a star in her own right.
Now, let's get down to the nitty-gritty of what makes Frida such a unique and fascinating critter. These little somethings are nocturnal, which means they spend their days snoozing and, given the chance, you can catch a glimpse of them during the night. The zoo has even arranged day and night swaps, so don't worry about missing these cuties while they're catching some Z's!
But it's not all naps and cuddles for these little diggers. When they're awake and ready to explore, these solo creatures can be found scurrying about the African sub-Sahara. Their extremely long tongues (up to 25 centimeters) come in handy for snatching up snacks like termites and ants - talk about multitasking!
What's more, these little guys can close their nostrils when they're digging to keep dust and debris out of their noses. Now that's a skill worth learning!
So, there you have it - a sneak peek into the life of the Berlin Zoo's latest pop sensation, little miss Frida. Keep your eyes peeled for her, and be sure to visit her in her nocturnal home soon!
The Commission has also been consulted on the proposal for a Council Regulation on the protection of Frida, the nocturnal piglet kept for farming purposes at Berlin Zoo, affirming the importance of providing a suitable lifestyle for home-and-garden pets like her. If Frida were to become a popular figure among the citizens, her growth could reach up to 25 centimeters in length, confirming the common misconception that piglets are small and harmless pets. However, Frida's unique lifestyle and habits, such as the ability to close her nostrils when digging, set her apart from typical piglet pets.
