{
  "id": 9276453,
  "title": "Khao Kheow Zoo welcomes a new white rhino calf on Rhino Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/23/khao-kheow-zoo-welcomes-a-new-white-rhino-calf-on-rhino-day",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-23T05:05:01.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Khaosod English",
    "slug": "khaosod-english",
    "url": "https://www.khaosodenglish.com/life/2026/09/23/khao-kheow-zoo-welcomes-a-new-white-rhino-calf-on-rhino-day/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On 22 September 2026, Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi, Thailand, welcomed a new white rhino calf, marking the occasion on World Rhino Day. The zoo confirmed the birth on its Facebook page, sharing images of the newborn and identifying it as the latest addition to their white rhino family. The male calf, born to mother Grietjie and father Sudi after a gestation period exceeding 16 months, is in healthy condition and capable of standing and nursing. The calf currently receives close attention from zoo staff at the African animal exhibit. The zoo announced that they would soon host a public vote on Facebook to select a name for the newborn, as seen on the Khao Kheow Open Zoo post. Additionally, World Rhino Day 2026 was celebrated at Khao Kheow Open Zoo with various activities organized by zoo director Narongwit Chodchoi, who entrusted the event's management to assistant director Srisak Sukchum. Supported by Thai Oil Public Co Ltd, led by Peerasut Srithawat Na Ayudhya, the event aimed to raise awareness about rhinos and wildlife conservation, engaging both public and youth in learning about the importance of protecting natural resources and the environment. Activities encompassed special programs by Thai Oil, exhibitions, educational sessions on rhinos and conservation, family-oriented learning, and opportunities for public participation in conservation efforts. The post announcing the calf's birth first appeared on Khaosod English.",
  "summary": "CHONBURI — 22 September 2026, Khao Kheow Open Zoo has welcomed a new white rhino calf, born just in time for World Rhino Day. The zoo announced the birth on its Facebook page, Khao Kheow Open Zoo, sharing photos of the newborn and describing it as the zoo’s newest white rhino family member. The male […] The post Khao Kheow Zoo welcomes a new white rhino calf on Rhino Day appeared first on Khaosod…",
  "key_points": [
    "Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand welcomed a white rhino calf on September 22, 2026.",
    "The newborn male calf, named Grietjie's offspring, is healthy and nursing.",
    "World Rhino Day 2026 celebrations included public voting for the calf's name."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}