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Tawny frogmouth chick hatches at Zoo Atlanta
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· August 13, 2026
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Key takeaway The chick's parents are Small Fry and Jabba, who have previously had four chicks together.
A new tawny frogmouth chick has hatched at Zoo Atlanta , joining the zoo's bird collection. The chick's parents are Small Fry and Jabba, who have previously had four chicks together. The chick has been named Rotta, with its name referencing the Star Wars film series, just like its father Jabba.
Tawny frogmouths, native to Australia, are often mistaken for owls but are a distinct species. The chick can be viewed by visitors at the zoo's bird path, although further details about the chick and its parents are available from Zoo Atlanta.
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Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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