Chester Zoo Captures First-Ever Footage of Rare Anoa Calf Birth

The endangered anoa, known as the smallest wild cattle species, faces threats from habitat loss and hunting in Indonesia.

The birth of the anoa calf, named Kasimbar, was recorded on hidden cameras at Chester Zoo, marking the first documented footage of an anoa birth.
Conservationists highlight the importance of this footage for future breeding projects to aid in the species' survival.
Anoas are native to Sulawesi, Indonesia, and are endangered, with only about 2,500 individuals left in the wild.
The species, often misunderstood as 'demons of the forest,' faces threats from hunting and habitat destruction.
Chester Zoo collaborates with international organizations to protect endangered species in Southeast Asia, including anoas, through the Action Indonesia project.