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Casper the giraffe
Casper is the male Nubian giraffe at Woburn Safari Park and is easily identifiable due to his impressive height. He was born on 9th December 2003 at Owuehand Zoo in the Netherlands and moved to Woburn in June 2009.
Casper has several bony bumps on his head, which are actually calcium deposits. These form a natural armour, protecting the skull and helping to strengthen the impact when bulls “neck” with one another. The development of these calcium deposits is linked to testosterone levels.
A long-time favourite among reserve staff, Casper is a calm giraffe who often approaches keepers and VIP guests to be hand-fed specially selected browse, including leaves, twigs, and branches. His success as a breeding male is vital to the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP), helping to strengthen the healthy captive population of this critically endangered species.
Nubian giraffe
Woburn Safari Park is home to a large herd of Nubian giraffe which can be seen at Giraffe Junction, in the Road Safari before entering the African Forest section.
What's On
From kids' favourite TV characters to spooky Halloween fun, there's plenty happening at Woburn Safari Park this October half term!
Join the keepers on the 31st Oct & 1st Nov for the Madagas-scare lemur charity weekend. Jam-packed with spooky talks, Mini VIPs, games, fun activities and prizes to be won!
There’s been a very special baby boom! Three critically endangered Somali wild ass foals were born, one per day - in the space of three days.
Meanwhile, two adorable Asian short-clawed otter pups have had their first health check and microchips. Watch keepers complete this important milestone!
