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Baby giraffe at Maryland Zoo gets named

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The Maryland Zoo's baby giraffe now has a name.

Meet Julius, his name means "youthful, downy-bearded" and represents his bloodline with his father Caesar.

Julius was born at the zoo last week and has been getting specialized care while battling health issues.

He received a plasma transfusion Saturday from an adult giraffe at the Columbus Zoo.

Veterinarians will continue to monitor Julius closely.