Trees that do this are called viviparous, or live-bearing. It’s the same name scientists give to animals, such as humans, that birth live babies instead of laying eggs.

Thousands of viewers flocked to the live webcast to see Lily, the black bear, give birth to a new cub. Video courtesy of Fox News.

Prenatal testing during the pregnancy confirmed a normal karyotype, and the pregnancy went to full term and live birth with the couple welcoming a healthy baby. Erik Holmlin, president and chief ...