Endangered Foal Born at Highland Wildlife Park
A second endangered foal has been born at Highland Wildlife Park near Kingussie and she’s already galloping into hearts.
The female Przewalski’s horse, named Gegee, was welcomed by keepers at the park, which is run by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS).
Gegee, whose name means “light” or “dawn” in Mongolian, is said to be thriving and is already bonding with the rest of the herd.
She’s also formed a fast friendship with Shalbaa, the first foal born at the park earlier this year in June.
The species is one of the world’s last truly wild horses, once declared extinct in the wild and now gradually recovering thanks to conservation efforts.
Przewalski’s horses have a rich cultural history and are native to the steppes of Central Asia, particularly Mongolia.
Highland Wildlife Park plays a key role in the European Endangered Species Programme for the breed, helping to preserve the population through careful breeding and care.
Visitors hoping to catch a glimpse of the playful pair can book park tickets online, with advance discounts available.
Gegee and Shalbaa can be seen exploring their grassy enclosure, tails flicking, manes wild, and curiosity in every step.
Park keepers say the two young foals are providing joy not just for visitors, but for the staff who care for them every day.
