Bioparc de Doué-en-Anjou Welcomes Second Mhorr Gazelle Calf
A second male Mhorr gazelle calf was born at the Bioparc de Doué-en-Anjou in Maine-et-Loire on October 9. The newborn, named Songo, joins the park’s herd following the birth of Niando in April 2026. The park announced the birth on its social media channels, stating that the young calf is in good health and spending time in the sun.
Threats Facing the Mhorr Gazelle Population in the Wild
The Mhorr gazelle is the largest of the gazelles, but it is also one of the most threatened. Wild populations have suffered severe declines due to droughts, the scarcity of plant resources, competition with livestock, and intense hunting pressure. It is estimated that only a few hundred individuals remain in their natural habitat today.
To combat this decline, Bioparc Conservation has supported a dedicated field conservation program in Senegal since 2009. Operating within the Gueumbeul Special Fauna Reserve, the initiative focuses on restoring damaged environments, fighting the proliferation of an invasive cactus that reduces grazing areas, and strengthening the involvement of local populations in managing the reserve. Social media posts from the park confirm that Bioparc Conservation contributed €8,000 to the project in 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Mhorr Gazelle Birth
When was the Mhorr gazelle calf born at Bioparc de Doué-en-Anjou?
Songo was born on October 9, following the birth of another male calf named Niando in April 2026.
How is Bioparc Conservation helping protect the species in the wild?
Since 2009, the organization has backed a conservation project at the Gueumbeul Special Fauna Reserve in Senegal, contributing €8,000 in 2025 to restore habitats, fight the proliferation of an invasive cactus, and engage local populations.
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