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Walt Disney World Releases Another Look at the New Baby Nile Hippo

Posted by: Christy Caby January 21, 2018

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We previously announced that Walt Disney World welcomed a new baby Nile hippopotamus around a week ago.  This new baby has been a big hit around the globe, so we are very excited that Disney Parks Blog has released more pictures and video of the newest member to the Animal Kingdom family.  The cast members that are helping to care for the mother and her baby spent months preparing for how to ensure that the two bond and live happily within the park.

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Here is a look at the video that was released of the new baby hippo and its mom, Tuma:

As you can see, mother and baby are staying close together and bonding well.  Guests might be able to see the two of them when riding on Kilimanjaro Safaris at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.  The hippos may also be able to be seen by guests that are doing the Wild Africa Trek experience at the park, too.

This breeding was part of the conservation efforts that Disney is active in.  Nile hippos are endangered, but with conservation efforts we may be able to learn more about how we can help this amazing species in the wild.

How cute is this new baby?

Photo and Source Credit:  Disney Parks Blog

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About Christy Caby

I am a diehard Disney fanatic! I fell in love with all things Disney from an early age and that only increased once I first visited Walt Disney World! It led me to complete a yearlong Disney College Program working at merchandise locations within Disney’s Hollywood Studios (Disney-MGM Studios at that time) and I worked for Disney Parks & Resorts Technology in Project/Program Management. Now I get to write about Disney and help others plan their magical vacations! Disney holds a special place in the hearts of my entire family as my husband proposed there, we honeymooned there, took trips while pregnant with each of my boys and have visited with them many, many times from 8 weeks old through now. One of my favorite memories from each trip is always the look on my kids’ faces the first time they see the castle. I’d love to help you plan your magical vacation! Request a free quote at http://magicalvacationplanner.com/staff/christy-caby/ or look for me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/christy.caby. Have a magical day!