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First Highland calf born at Beale Wildlife Park

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A small brown Highland cow is pictured lying on some grass in front of a branch.

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Beale Wildlife Park welcomes its first-ever Highland calf

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Beale Wildlife Park in Lower Basildon, Berkshire, is celebrating its 70th anniversary with the birth of its first-ever Highland calf, named Maggie and nicknamed "Maggie Moo". Born overnight on 1 October to mother Morag and father Hamish, the calf has quickly bonded with the herd, settled in well, and become popular with park visitors.

Key points

  • A Highland calf named Maggie was born overnight on 1 October at Beale Wildlife Park in Lower Basildon, near Pangbourne.
  • This is believed to be the first Highland calf born in the wildlife park's history, coinciding with its 70th anniversary.
  • The calf was named after her mother, Morag, and has been nicknamed "Maggie Moo".
  • Keeper Dougie Ford reported that the calf bonded quickly with the herd and has already proven to be a hit with visitors.
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