Frida the Piglet Swerves Gender Stereotypes at Berlin Zoo
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Hey there! Guess what's making headlines at Berlin Zoo? You got it, it's all about Frida, the precious piglet that's turning the tables on gender expectations!
First thing's first: Frida is a gal! The initial assumption was that Frida was a male, but it turns out that our girl Frida is a ground-breaking female. Isn't it fascinating how we often can't confidently determine a piglet's gender in the first few weeks?
Now, let's talk about Frida's incredible birth hoofprints. She made history as the first piglet born at Berlin Zoo in a whopping 13 years! And get this – she's the first offspring of the incredible parents, Memphis and Kito.
Frida's life began on April 9, and according to our dear zookeeper, Peter Kalinke, she's doing just dandy!
Piglets are night owls, which is handy for us visitors, as the nocturnal animal house's day and night are reversed. The more, the merrier, right?
As solitary creatures from the African sub-Saharan region, piglets often prefer to keep to themselves. Their long tongues, reaching up to 25 centimeters, help them scrub up those termites and ants before they even realize what hit them. And here's a fun fact: piglets can close their noses while digging to avoid swallowing dirt!
While well-researched data on Frida and her parents is scarce, we encourage you to follow the Berlin Zoo's official resources for the latest updates on our darling Frida.
The Commission has also been consulted on the proposal for a Council Regulation on the protection of animals kept for farming purposes, including piglets like Frida, ensuring that they receive humane treatment, even in their homes-and-garden if they are kept as pets. Frida's unique lifestyle as a nocturnal piglet has confirmed that the nightlife is not just for humans; the piglet house at Berlin Zoo is booming with visitors trying to catch a glimpse during Frida's active hours. Despite popular belief, Frida's gender-bending journey has sadly not been extended to the rural farm life, as piglets are usually solitary creatures, preferring to roam alone rather than in a group.
