Premature Baby Hippo Fiona is 4 Months Old - Cincinnati Zoo

It’s hard to believe that Fiona is 4 months old! We celebrate how far she’s come in those few short months. She was born on January 24, six weeks premature and weighing only 29lbs. Average birth weight for a hippo is 55-100 pounds. She required 24-hour critical care for several months. During that time she gained millions of loyal fans that have been following her progress and rooting for her health. We can now say she is a healthy young hippo, weighing in at 254 pounds this morning, and has mastered the art of navigating deep water. She is interacting face to face with both of her parents daily through a protective barrier, working toward a family reunion in the future. We are hoping that visitors will be able to see her this summer and will keep you posted on when that might happen. We can’t wait to see what the next 4 months have in store!

[megamillion]

I wish you a fast and quick recovery after that terrifying bite

[kampdog]

With all the medical issues I have seeing this little baby makes me feel warmth and love all over for awhile. Thank you Fiona and zoo staff.

[loganakabboycheeky]

I literally play this constantly in my home for my kiddos and myself. We love that baby hippo chomp♡

[piper]

0:54 is the most precious nom I’ve seen

[videonmode]

00:56
Can we all take a minute to appreciate the little muppet mouth it makes after trying to nom someone?

[disrael]

Fiona has come such a long way! Thank you to everyone that has taken care of her as she grows up. Can't wait to see her interact with her mom and dad.

[mirteshappy]

The level of cuteness is off the charts!! ❤

[diabeticmonkey]

That leg bite was the most vicious thing I’ve ever seen

[Achilees-tc]

How one animal can bring so much joy to so many people. All these people taking care of fiona are blessed.

[r.g.o]

There is so much love and dedication by the staff to keeping that little preemie baby alive!! Fritz is cute but he can't hold a candle to his big sister Fiona and just seeing what a big, beautiful and healthy hippo she's grown into is just amazing. And that leg bite will never be forgotten by all of us who sat by our phones and computers day after day hoping that she would survive! That's an amazing family and they have provided us many years now of entertainment and happiness

[twraven]

Four legged babies are so cute. Amazing how she instinctively know to hold her breath under water.

[lisawilliams]

Fiona was the cutest baby Hippo I've ever seen!!!

[xx_elwood_xx]

Nothing brings me more joy than watching this

[raymorrison]

This little hippo is the cutest thing I am so glad she survived

[trapperkeeper]

It's remarkable how much sweet Fiona is thriving! (And how fast she seems to be growing!) Thank you for all your tireless efforts, and thank you for sharing with us.

[mariamargarita]

I just got a teary eye!! Thank you for sharing her journey with us!! <3 I adore her.

[bednayalisa]

Нас всех объединяет чувство любви к этому удивительному существу. Наблюдая за Фионой испытываешь чувства, которые исчезли из нашей жизни. Спасибо служителям зоопарка за возможность сопереживать, радоваться, умиляться и восхищаться этим чудом!

[DCONightingale]

Seeing her with the tubes in her snout is heartbreaking. But seeing how happy she is in the water is makes it all worth it.

[smartcrackrr]

That little lick on the glass at 1:06 is so Love her so much😙❤

[adrienebailey]

I don't think I have ever seen something so sweet. Fiona is just a great big baby. You ppl are so amazing for giving her so much love and kindness. God see all and knows all and I am sure he's very pleased.🌺🌺🌺💕💕💕💖💖💖