A mule gives birth to a foal in West Shewa Zone

Addis Ababa, May 29, 2023 (FBC) – A mule has given birth to a baby donkey in Bako Tibe district of West Shewa Zone, Oromia Region.

The owner of the mule, Birhanu Temtay said that he had bout the animal in 2022, and was using it to pull a cart.

Birhanu said that he had noticed that the mule’s belly was getting bigger and she gave birth on 23 May, 2023 at 11:30 in the morning. But, he didn’t realize that the mule was in foal and was surprised by the incident. He stated that the foal is currently in good health condition.

Dr. Lema Ayele, a veterinarian at the Bako Tibe District Agriculture Office, said that he had never seen a mule giving birth to a foal, describing the situation as a new phenomenon.

“But, it is a matter of scientific and traditional credence and there is a possibility one in a million mules,” he added.