It’s a boy! This little guy – a lesser anteater or tamandua – was born just days ago to mom, Cypress, at Discovery Cove, in Orlando, Florida.
The youngster will hitch a ride on mom’s back for the first part of his life until he’s able to walk and find food on his own. Tamanduas are native to the forests of Mexico to South America.
They use their sharp claws and 16-inch-long tongue (41 cm) to eat up to 9,000 ants in a single day.
Discovery Cove is an all-inclusive experience in Orlando where guests can swim with dolphins, snorkel among tropical fish and interact with animals. Find more at DiscoveryCove.com.
Photos by Jason Collier, Discovery Cove
Submitted by laurenskowyra on Fri, 2010-02-05 11:25
This animal we have in some places here in Brasil , now we feel very sorry because , their run away from the fire in the florest and die when acrossing the streets.I live in south Brasil,Curitiba / Paraná.I love this animal.Kisses to this american-Tamanduas.I have 13 years old , and go visit Bush Gardens in next July.See you!!!
Victória Angeline Branco
Submitted by Victória Angeline Branco (not verified) on Sat, 2010-02-13 18:02.
Congratulations on your newest addition Discovery Cove!!! TOO CUTE
Submitted by Crystal O'Hea (not verified) on Fri, 2010-02-05 11:37.