Only five days ago the first birth of a Nile hippopotamus took place at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, and now were getting a first look at some amazing video of the baby hippo.
This little calf is cute as can be and will no doubt be a star attraction. The newborn is already getting tons of attentions from around the world as guests fall in love with the newest addition to the herd.
For Disney’s animal care experts, the calf’s arrival has been a labor of love as they have spent months preparing for the first hippo birth at the park in 13 years. You can read more about the birth here.
Here is a short video update of the newborn calf with mom Tuma. The pair are doing well and staying close together as they bond. Guests may see Tuma and her adorable calf on Kilimanjaro Safaris day and night. Guests participating in Wild Africa Trek may also see the hippos.