In January 2017, a premature newborn hippo named Fiona was born at the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden. Weighing only as much as a football, Fiona was an underdog due to her inability to nurse, stay hydrated, and thrive. Despite these challenges, the zoo staff worked together to study hippo milk composition and collaborate with medical experts to ensure Fiona's health and weight gain. Her adorable pictures and videos quickly gained a massive following on social media, making her a global sensation. Today, Fiona's appearances at the zoo are akin to a Beatles concert. But what made her so popular, and what's in store for her and her family?
Saving Fiona
In January 2017, a premature newborn hippo, smaller than a football, caught the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden off guard when it was born to Nile hippopotamus Bibi on a chilly day, two months ahead of schedule.
