Nizhny Novgorod Zoo "Limpopo" revealed the gender of the baby aardvark - video

      On June 26, 2026, at 12:10, Economy In the Nizhny Novgorod zoo "Limpopo," the gender of a baby aardvark born in early May was determined. The cub turned out to be a boy. Immediately after birth, specialists could not determine the cub's gender. The thing is, aardvarks have virtually no external signs that allow this to be done in the first weeks of life. To unusually announce this news, zoo staff organized a kind of gender party for the baby. He was offered two treats - a banana and an apple. The aardvark chose the banana, into which a blue heart was inserted, thus revealing his "secret."

      Since birth, the baby has noticeably grown. He has already gone on his first walk, tried porridge, and acquired a plush friend. Let us remind you that last year, a aardvark was also born in "Limpopo." At that time, a girl named Hiba was born. She became the second aardvark born in captivity in Russia. Her name was chosen by residents through voting, and after Hiba grew up, she was moved to the Bakhchisarai Miniature Park in Crimea. It is not excluded that a name for the newborn boy will also be chosen through public voting.

      Earlier, it was reported that a white-shouldered eagle rescued by zoo staff may remain living in "Limpopo." NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and operational information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod." When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+