COLCHESTER Zoo has welcomed another adorable new arrival with the birth of a tiny antelope calf.
On July 3 blue duiker Jasmine gave birth to a single healthy calf.
Both mum and her new arrival are doing well as Jasmine continues to be a very attentive mother alongside dad, Jafar.
Blue duiker's are small species of antelope found in eastern and southern Africa.
A spokesman for the zoo said: "The calf is growing stronger every day and has already began to explore its new home whilst sticking close to mum during these early weeks.
"The Animal Care Team have said the calf is a little shy and loves to dive amongst the reeds and bushes within the enclosure.
"Blue duikers such as our family come from eastern and southern Africa and usually live in forests and wooded areas.
"Their coat is blue – grey in colour and one of its most distinguishing features is the scent gland on its face."
You can spot the new arrival in the Edge of Africa section of the zoo.
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