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Introducing Augustus - Baby Hippo Born at Disney's Animal Kingdom is a Boy!


LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla., Feb. 21, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Disney's Animal Kingdom revealed news about a baby Nile hippopotamus born at the park on January 13. As part of a magical moment on the theme park's Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction, roughly a dozen Guests were the first to learn that the hippo calf is a boy, and his name is Augustus. Weighing in at 168 pounds, Augustus is the first hippo born at the park in 13 years. He is often seen staying close to his mom, Tuma, and is already winning over Guests with his playful nature.

Baby Hippo Born at Disney's Animal Kingdom is a Boy! On February 21, 2018, Walt Disney World Resort revealed news about a baby Nile hippopotamus born last month at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Disney announced that the hippo calf is a boy, and his name is Augustus. Weighing in at 168 pounds, Augustus is the first hippo born at the park in 13 years. He is often seen close to his mom, Tuma, and is winning over guests on the theme park's Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction and Wild Africa Trek experience.

The birth of Augustus marks another success for the dedicated and highly trained team of animal care experts at Disney's Animal Kingdom, and it is an important contribution to the worldwide conservation and understanding of these amazing creatures. Nile hippos are a vulnerable species with a declining population. Augustus' parents, Tuma and Henry, were chosen to breed through the Species Survival Plan (SSP), which is overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The SSP ensures responsible breeding so there will be healthy and diverse animal populations for years to come.

Guests will see Augustus on Kilimanjaro Safaris and also during the Wild Africa Trek experience and be inspired to take action to protect hippos and other at-risk animals in the wild. To learn more about hippos, visit DisneyAnimals.com.

Baby Hippo Born at Disney's Animal Kingdom is a Boy! On February 21, 2018, Walt Disney World Resort revealed news about a baby Nile hippopotamus born last month at Disney's Animal Kingdom in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Disney announced that the hippo calf is a boy, and his name is Augustus. Weighing in at 168 pounds, Augustus is the first hippo born at the park in 13 years. He is often seen close to his mom, Tuma, and is winning over guests on the theme park's Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction and Wild Africa Trek experience.

SOURCE Walt Disney World Resort


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