A southern hairy-nosed wombat was born to first-time parents. The mother, 9.5 years old, and father, 8.5 years old, are the proud caregivers of a female joey. This species of wombat typically weighs between 45 and 65 pounds and is found in Australia.

The joey's birth is notable as it marks a historic event. Further details about this birth are available from the zoo that announced the arrival of the new female wombat. The new joey is estimated to have been born on January 19 and is the only successful birth of its kind in the US this year.