“Binti,” a Nile hippopotamus, gave birth to a healthy, 76-pound baby girl on March 23, 2017 at the Memphis Zoo.“This is one of our most significant births in a long, long time,” said Matt Thompson, Director of Animal Programs. “It’s also incredibly special – as Binti and her baby are carrying on our legacy of hippos in their brand-new home, Zambezi River Hippo Camp.” Memphis, was once called the “Hippo Capital of the World.” Another hippo on exhibit, “Splish” was born on Christmas Day 1988, along with her twin, “Splash.” The zoo would like help naming their new baby.
"Binti," a Nile hippopotamus, gave birth to a healthy, 76-pound baby girl on March 23, 2017 at the Memphis Zoo."This is one of our most significant births in a long, long time," said Matt Thompson, Director of Animal Programs. "It's also incredibly special - as Binti and her baby are carrying on our legacy of hippos in their brand-new home, Zambezi River Hippo Camp."
Because we just can't get enough of baby Winnie!
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The Memphis Zoo's Nile hippopotamus Binti gave birth to a healthy, 76-pound baby female on March 23, 2017. The public voted to name her Winnie. This popular little baby hippo has captured Americas heart! She is growing fast. Her mother gives her more and more independence each day.