A newborn toy replica, reminiscent of a typical plaything, emerged at the Leningrad Zoo
In a recent development at the Moscow Zoo, a baby wallaby, named Lusi, has made its debut. Unlike its counterparts such as the baby marmoset and the unusual alpaca baby, Lusi is a typical wallaby, marking a new addition to the zoo's family.
However, it's the baby marmoset, born at the Leningrad Zoo, that has been attracting the most attention. The little marmoset, still unnamed, is being described as very active and curious, exhibiting movement and curiosity at just three weeks old. This behavior is not unusual for marmoset babies, as they begin to explore their surroundings by week 3 to 5, showing early signs of independence [1].
The baby marmoset can be seen clinging to its parents' backs and standing on all fours during feeding, a behavior that is unusual for a marmoset so young. Meanwhile, the newborn wallaby, Lusi, must independently reach its mother's teat, which is inside her pouch.
Grecha, the mother wallaby, is a first-time parent, and Lusi is her first offspring. The birth of the baby wallaby was not previously announced, unlike the baby marmoset, whose news was shared via the zoo's Telegram channel.
In an interesting twist, no video of Lusi, the baby wallaby, was shared on the zoo's Telegram channel. On the other hand, a video of the active and curious baby marmoset has been shared, providing a glimpse into the little one's lively antics. The baby marmoset has even been observed sitting on its older sister, a testament to its growing confidence.
The unusual alpaca baby, born at the Crimean Zoo, is not part of this story but remains a unique addition to the world of zoology.
[1] Source: Marmoset and Tamarin Infant Development, National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra, Australia.
Despite the incredible debut of Lusi, the baby wallaby, at Moscow Zoo, it's the active and curious baby marmoset, born in Leningrad Zoo, that's drawing the most interest. Unlike Lusi, who must independently reach his mother's teat in her pouch, the baby marmoset clings to his parents' backs and stands on all fours during feeding, showcasing the differences in home-and-garden lifestyle and pet behaviors between these two newborns.
