In the wild, the incredibly shy okapi is rarely seen by humans. They live in heavily forested areas in the Democratic Republic of Congo in Central Africa. Here are some fun okapi facts: - They are the only living relative of the giraffe. - Their distinctive leg stripes break up their body shape and are an effective camouflage in dense vegetation - The species was discovered by western scientists in the early 1900s. - They use their large ears to listen for danger. See these amazing animals, at o

In this camera trap moment, a secret of the forest quietly unfolds. An okapi—gingerly walks through the undergrowth, unaware of the tiny forest companions that follow its path. Look closely, and you’ll spot two yellow-whiskered greenbuls darting by. These clever birds rely on the okapi to flush insects from the grasses—a unique partnership in the rainforest. This glimpse into the interconnected lives of Congo’s rainforest wildlife is a reminder: when we protect one species, we protect many. #Oka

A young okapi named Gates seemed to jump for joy as he explored and frolicked in his new habitat at the San Antonio Zoo in Texas. The okapi, which is native to Africa and genetically related to giraffes, was born on Sept. 2 according to the zoo. https://abcnews.visitlink.me/G-UZEm | ABC News