Cotswold park welcomes Markus, a rare white rhino calf
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A rare and celebrated birth has brought joy to the Cotswold Wildlife Park in England, where a new white rhinoceros calf is captivating visitors and keepers alike.
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- A rare white rhino calf named Markus was born at Cotswold Wildlife Park in England.
- Markus is one of only five white rhino calves born in Europe this year. 12s
- The birth was captured on camera, which is unusual as rhino births typically happen at night. 18s
- Markus's mother, Nancy, had a 16-month gestation and is caring for her seventh calf. 24s
- The calf is named after Marcus Burner, and his birth is seen as a symbol of hope amid ongoing threats from poaching. 37s