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Virginia Zoo has 'baby watch cam' as orangutan Dara's due date approaches

The zoo has set up a sponsored live camera to capture, not only the orangutans but maybe the birth.
Credit: The Virginia Zoo

NORFOLK, Va. (WVEC) -- The Virginia Zoo is patiently awaiting the birth of orangutan Dara's baby.

The zoo has set up a sponsored live camera to capture, not only the orangutans but maybe the birth.

This will be the first offspring of Dara, an 18-year-old Bornean orangutan, who is expected to deliver the baby in mid-June to early July, according to the Zoo.

The zoo announced she was pregnant back in April.

Zookeepers observed breeding behavior between Dara and 14-year-old male Solaris last fall. The physical characteristics of pregnancy became apparent to trained animal care staff after a couple weeks.

In May, Dara had an ultrasound. Veterinarians said the baby looked healthy.

READ MORE: The Virginia Zoo's pregnant orangutan Dara got an ultrasound

The live camera will let guests watch Dara and her partner, Solaris, any time.

To watch the live feed, click here.

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