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The Toronto Zoo has announced the birth of a new Bactrian camel calf. The calf was born at around 7 a.m. on Thursday and stood for the first time about two hours later. Toronto Zoo CEO Dolf DeJong said in a press release that the birth represents an “incredible addition” given the fact that Bactrian camels are currently classified as a critically endangered species. “This little one’s birth right in the habitat this morning reinforces our commitment as wildlife advocates and also serves as a reminder about how each visit to your Toronto Zoo can be filled with special moments, and something new