Fiona the preemie hippo now weighs 317 pounds, which is the normal weight for a full-term hippo of her age, according to the Cincinnati Zoo. Fiona and her mother Bibi are making more visits to the outdoor pool where they bond and play together.
Fiona and Fritz
The Mother and Child Reunion
It’s finally happened. After a premature birth and round-the-clock care, Fiona has joined her mother Bibi in the main hippo pool at the Cincinnati Zoo, swimming together and getting along swimmingly.
Thanks as always to Lois M.
Dr. Fiona D. Hippo, DDS
“Hmm… both front tusks looking good… and you’re keeping up with flossing, yes?”
Fiona Update: MAMA!
Fiona the preemie hippo has passed another milestone. Under the supervision of her care team, Fiona is spending time with her mother with no barrier between them. Mother Bibi seems to welcome her daughter, while Fiona is very curious.
Milestone alert: Fiona & Bibi are now spending some time together in the same space! Read more: https://t.co/RywHq2zIcl pic.twitter.com/wGE4l3HfJV
— Cincinnati Zoo (@CincinnatiZoo) June 9, 2017
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