A bottlenose dolphin named Allie gave birth to a calf at Brookfield Zoo Chicago, assisted by another experienced mother, Tapeko. The successful birth, filmed by zoo staff, displayed instinctive behaviors as Allie's calf instinctively swam to the surface for air. The birth lasted over an hour, demonstrating the supportive nature of dolphins during labor. The calf, estimated to weigh around 35 pounds and four feet long, is in good health, and the zoo will monitor its bonding and acclimation process with the other dolphins.
The playful calf weighed about 35 pounds and stretched nearly four feet long, resembling the size of an adult golden retriever.
Zoo staff captured the dolphin birth on video, showcasing the natural behavior of dolphins helping one another in childbirth.
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