CHESTERFIELD, Va. (WWBT) - Poppy, the popular pygmy hippo at Metro Richmond Zoo, celebrated her first birthday recently.

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Hugo—a baby pygmy hippo born at the John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids, Michigan on Sept. 3, this year—continues to adore crowds.

Hannah Shirley is not embarrassed about her age. The San Diego–based hippopotamus just turned 52 years old. In honor of her ...

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SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest living pygmy hippopotamus in managed care, is celebrating her 52nd birthday at the San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center. The ...

One rare baby pygmy hippo may be too cute for his own good, but he has won the hearts of thousands of fans in the few short months he's been alive. Recently, he thrilled audiences with some water ...

San Diego Humane Society’s Project Wildlife team has cared for Hannah since she was rescued in 2002. (Photo courtesy of San Diego Humane Society) Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest living pygmy ...

The world's oldest pygmy hippopotamus celebrated its 52nd birthday with a Hungry Hungry Hippos-themed party. Born on November 22, 1973, Hannah Shirley has lived at the San Diego Humane Society since ...