The birth of a new baby is one of the greatest joys of working with animals. As exciting as it is, though, there's usually not too much for the keepers to do in the immediate aftermath. The important thing (for mammals and birds, anyway) is to let mom and baby bond, and that generally means giving them some space. There comes a time after, however, when keepers and vets get their hands on the neonate for the first time to give it the first physical exam. This is often when it is determined if the newborn is male or female.
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