The calf's nickname was inspired by the fictional Wombles from the children's books and television series, with keepers saying it bore a resemblance to the characters.

Native to sub-Saharan Africa, aardvarks face growing threats in the wild, including habitat loss and hunting. Conservationists hope births like Womble’s will help raise awareness…

The calf's nickname was inspired by the fictional Wombles from the children's books and television series, with keepers saying it bore a resemblance to the characters.