Rare Dolphin Birth at Brookfield Zoo Captures Hearts

Brookfield Zoo Welcomes New Bottlenose Dolphin Calf After Decade-Long Wait A heartwarming event unfolded at Brookfield Zoo in Chicago on June 7th, 2025, with the birth of a bottlenose dolphin calf. This marks the first time in ten years that a dolphin calf has been born at the zoo, making it a significant event for the zoo and the city. The video footage, which has quickly gained popularity online, shows the calf's first moments of life and its interactions with its mother, Allie, a 38-year-old dolphin. "It's absolutely incredible," said a Brookfield Zoo spokesperson, "to witness this special moment and share it with the world. It's a testament to the dedicated care and conservation efforts of our team." The video shows the calf's initial struggles to swim and its mother's protective presence. The birth was caught on camera, providing a unique and intimate perspective on this rare event. The zoo is celebrating this joyous occasion and hopes the calf's arrival will raise awareness about marine mammal conservation.

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'Devastated': Dolphin calf born at Brookfield Zoo suddenly dies days after birth

A baby dolphin born live on camera at Brookfield Zoo has died just days after footage of the birth went viral, the zoo announced Thursday.