Baby Hippo Fiona - Episode 1 The Beginning - Cincinnati Zoo

[@Bitterblue55]

I completely believe that people start crying when they see Fiona. I started to tear up watching this video and seeing how far she came- she was so little when she was born! I can't believe she made it despite all the odds, but dang did she have an excellent and brilliant care team. You guys have done an amazing job from start to finish!

[@valentina-vv4km]

I love the way she moves her little ears as soon as she came out! Too cute!

[@rosejaeger69]

Adorable

[@rosejaeger69]

Adorable

[@laurakoss422]

Being a person who lives in the Cincinnati area, I will say that even 3 years later there's a line to see her.

[@Powerranger-le4up]

Laura Koss Now if only the pandemic would end.

[@laurakoss422]

Powerranger6342 ikr 😩

[@lizziegirlplayz244]

Last time I went to the zoo there was like a million people waiting!! (I live in Cincinnati) but one time I went my family was like the only people by the hippo habitat!!

[@muffinslolo8603]

Sigh I guess I’m late to the hype 😔

[@Jacen13]

Breaking News: She’s gonna have a baby brother or baby sister hippo!

[@tristatepickermom6895]

I agree that it was difficult to hear. Fiona was so lucky to have been born at the Cincinnati Zoo. World Class!

[@lgardner6462]

What a beautiful story. Couldn't stop watching. I now want to see her in person! What a great team of people to help her survive.

[@sombonTV]

I love that the mom seemed to know and was calm about the ultrasound and giving milk. I believe she also probably instinctively had her on land. Though in nature it probably would've been different, it's like she knew that they would help her baby. Animal instincts are truly amazing.

[@estelleschneider9033]

Yes..agreed..believe she knew

[@estelleschneider9033]

If birth was in the morning at that early hour ..would Fiona have survived since she went downhill quickly ..probably not as no one was expecting her to birth. Thank God for this gift..after 75 years I believe I read. 🙏🙏

[@victoriabardsley8097]

I think Bibi is a pretty smart hippo - and she obviously has great trust in her keepers to let them use ultrasounds on her and to milk her. Although I have no doubt the food certainly helped!

[@StonedtotheBones13]

Iirc, her being in the water for 12 hours WAS maternal instinct. That's where they naturally give birth, so Iunno. Maybe Bibi knew she was premature 🤷

[@charsbabushka]

LOve, Love, Love this little girl. Thank you for being soo dedicated and giving her a chance to live. Thank you too for giving us the opportunity to share in the experience.

[@AlacrasEden]

Fiona’s mother seems like a really calm hippo

[@debibuttree6078]

It still makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside ☺ Fiona is a blessing to us all.

[@rocioaguilera3555]

I'm very glad to see my Fiona from the beginning of her life again. The cutest hippo in the world. I love you, Fiona. The Cincinnati Zoo personel is professional and caring

[@MontagZoso]

Aww seeing her with her pool noodles under her, getting used to the water, just melted me. Fiona was so lucky to have this team helping her every step of the way. Fiona, you are a fighter, yet you do it with a smile. We love you so! ❤️

[@lolabolibekova2664]

I just realized that baby hippos are my type of thing now.

[@roberthernandez5376]

Me tooooo!!!

[@jaskaran-ll3xk]

Why don’t u go to a safari and watch them

[@abinatorholmes5030]

BiBi is such a great mother and a great wife to Henry!!!!! Congratulations for having baby Fiona!! Someday you'll be a grandma to your daughters children One day!!!

[@crystalheart9]

Now Fiona has a baby brother Fritz!

[@MAGAISDUM]

I don’t think I’ve seen a baby hippo as cute as Fiona. Adorable!

[@donnadsmith853]

Been watching Fiona since birth, and I enjoy watching her old videos when she was a baby. So adorable, and held my my breath many times.

[@waterbird91]

She was so tiny at birth, so precious. Born premature was the scariest drama. It's great that the staff didn't give up on this baby. With such a beautiful little face like that, Fiona is a treasure.

[@Jessa-RM]

The passion of these zookeepers really comes through, I completely admire it

[@davidpumpkinsjr.5108]

When my sister saw Fiona, she lost her damn mind and I said, "You are forty years old, at least show as much dignity as your eleven-year-old daughter." But seriously, everyone loves Fiona!

[@marykerr2725]

Absolutely one of the most incredible stories I've been witness to!!

[@ediekoller1144]

This is the cutest video EVER YEA!! Team Fiona..God Bless You all!

[@karenkimthaler33]

This is just beautiful. I love how these women pulled together to save this baby. The love is palpable That’s what saved this baby!

[@danainthevalley]

Wow!! What a beautiful story! You guys did great!! :)

[@abinatorholmes5030]

I haven't seen her yet but I always watch your videos when she was born !! I'm praying to God for her safety and so he can heal her when she was ill now she's stronger until now thank you lord for this wonderful miracle!! And the other miracle babies Who was born in the zoo Who else agrees with me!!!!! Praise the Lord and these wonderful rescuers and little Fiona

[@pillsofpink2546]

Fiona helped me make the decision to pursue a degree in zoology. always interested, but her story solidified what I wanted to do with my life.

[@Powerranger-le4up]

pillsofpink Work really hard. You should also try to intern or volunteer at an AZA accredited zoo as you pursue your degree so that you have a better chance of being hired as a zookeeper.

[@jillcampbell8019]

My niece is traveling on her way today, to an internship at the zoo so she can further herself in integrative biology and animal sciences, both which she just received degrees from the University of Illinois. Get in there, get the studies and work accomplished!

[@sarahudson108]

We can never have too many people caring for animals , good luck and enjoy your work .

[@aulanihoke5454]

What these zoo keepers did to save her life is AMAZING! I thought it was so cute when Fiona would flap her ears then they named her Fiona for Princess Fiona on Shrek! It was perfect!!! Great job to all her "mama's and papa's" that stepped up to the task and gave their love and care! I am so happy she is now back with her hippo family!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@jillcampbell8019]

And let’s remember, and give thanks!, for the Cincy Children’s Hospital neonatal team!!! 💖

[@rabaile1]

Not only did you "pull it off," but you SOARED with little Baby Fiona! :o)

[@My_journey50]

Love you Fiona. You are a beautiful miracle. Good job guys.

[@dianamoore2241]

Hello, I am reading this several years later & I am very impressed with your efforts to keep Fiona alive and healthy.

[@a1ways_hyper]

Fiona literally has a reason to live, to be a hero.😭

[@jaybehkay2438]

If I ever get pregnant, I want a butt massage and constant snacks during my ultrasounds too please

[@franciscorevelles]

What a great job they have done with Fionna! Thank you!

[@terryt.1643]

Everything you did broke barriers in the knowledge about hippo gestation and birth and development. There is now a record of ultrasound for gestation, a milk formula, how to care for a premie, teaching an orphan hippo how to be a hippo, etc. All important milestones for protecting a species…

[@nicholemiles8847]

So I usually don't agree with animals being caged and put on display for loud kids and adults. But the care you guys give Fiona and the love. All the work you put into saving her life is absolutely beautiful. I mean come on.. you milked a hippo.. that's dedication. And not just that... you guys made it so much easier for other zoos to be able to deal with a premature hippo. Ypu guys are amazing.❤❤❤❤

[@Powerranger-le4up]

The Miles Just so you know, once the zookeepers are finished cleaning their indoor enclosures, the animals have complete access to their rooms if they choose to not be seen.

[@bryensaeed]

Me too, but Cincinnati zoo is quite different from other zoo. They gave much bigger space and much more care to hippos

[@r.g.o3879]

I caught her story within a day of her being born and followed her religiously for almost three years. She was so smart, playful and just a fighter never giving up on the chance to live!!

[@31samd]

Such a miracle 💗💗💗

[@abinatorholmes5030]

shellah amor amen Praise the Lord!!!!

[@AmyKrugerDKCCB]

How many people can say the held a hippo, not many. It is also neat how the were able to keep the mother happy by feeding her while doing the ultrasounds. The entire story is awesome! Priceless Fiona would not have survived in the wild for sure. I am usually very strongly against having animals in captivity, but this time is different.

[@leahryan5560]

Amy Kruger: My science teacher said that lions live twice as long in captivity than in the wild. So it’s not always bad.

[@victoriabardsley8097]

If Fiona had been born in the wild she would not have survived. She was far too early - she couldn't even stand which means she would not have been able to nurse and certainly would not have been able to escape predators. She would have been a sitting duck.

[@yuniorsanchez7763]

what an amazing jod, well done, thank you so much for sharing this life lesson!!!. Greetings from Cuba!!!

[@waterbird91]

I wonder what caused her premature birth in the first place. Fiona is mom was fed well and cared for. She wouldn't have been stressed for anything, yet, it ended in a premature birth. Had little Fiona been born in the wild she wouldn't have survived. I'm so glad she survived with the best care that could have been given her. All those people didn't give up on her. Thumbs UP !!!!

[@sarahudson108]

Why are human babies premature ?, Sometimes things just happen, I was 7 weeks early due to pre eclampsia but lucky had good care so did my mum . Fiona bless her was a fighter .hope she has a happy healthy life .

[@akabaker98]

Good job team!!! Fiona is awesome and so are all of you ❤️❤️

[@abinatorholmes5030]

akabaker80 agree!!! three cheers for Fiona and her family And the newest generation members of the zoo . Hip hip hippo-ray🤣🤣 !!!! I mean hooray !!! Hahahaha !! Get it!!! Keep up the good work guys every animal depends on you !!!!! We believe in you!!!

[@r.g.o3879]

I loved to watch her and her mom Bibi and dad Henry who sadly passed away. They are amazing swimmers and so playful

[@roberthernandez5376]

OMG!! HAVE U EVER SEEN SUCH A BEAUTIFUL LITTLE GIRL!! I WANT TO VISIT HER ASAP😇😇😇

[@maelahpedro]

WHY AM I TEARING UP

[@strawberrybob7488]

DONT WORRY IM CRYING TOO

[@maddieluther4371]

I love how you can hear the train in the background at 3:08 😂😂😂

[@justjiggin11]

I just saw Fiona last weekend. She has grown so much, still small next to her momma.

[@angelbabysqueaky3985]

Thank God for all the people that help keep, baby Fiona alive. All the prayers were answered 🙏 about her getting better and surviving. She was so tiny and helpless. The staff at the Cincinnati zoo were awesome 👌 in her care. Thank you for sharing this video with us.

[@lashawnablanton4649]

Fiona has had the best team of people on her side!

[@sjleo799]

Amazing to see hippos underwater. They look so cumbersome but turn into ballerinas under water, especially the babies.💛

[@jamesmziegler]

The little punkin is growing up big and strong ❤️

[@judyivie4181]

I really cannot get enough of this story.

[@elleromanovafermanpevel2127]

CONGRATULATIONS CINCINNATTI ZOO 💝💝💝💝💝💚💚💜💙💙🙌🙌🙌👏👏👏👏

[@fiona8783]

That's my name!!! I feel so special now.

[@nilanjanaguha879]

She's so cute!!!😍😘♥️♥️

[@lisacriddle2630]

Thank you all for saving Fiona, she is all of ours ..She is so loved...

[@thatgurlsophie1628]

This Is Amazing! What A Gorgeous Baby! Such A Cutey!! What A Miracle! Good Job! #TeamFiona

[@catrinahartz944]

Aww so cute. So happy she was saved.

[@Koorime18]

Okay... baby hippos are incredibly cute. 🥰

[@enterprisebaby]

I love her!! Thank you, #TeamFiona

[@tmhwriter]

What a cutey pie! Rock Star hippo Fiona

[@cpkingsley]

I love to watch her updates❤️

[@samanthabailey02]

It really hit me hard when they said she was getting cold that cement zaps or sucks heat out of a body

[@PO-PANDA]

Yay Fiona!!!!

[@angie_isthebest6595]

Po Panda ya

[@bette7125]

Fiona’s mouth is so darn cute !

[@fourever2ne1]

I wish I could have known about here when she was new,I would of loved to see her updates in real time❤️

[@loisarrowood9733]

Fiona is Still a Rock Star @ the Cincinnati Zoo even today.

[@cloudydays6374]

She's the most precious thing

[@Dini-van-Ewijk-Schouten]

Echt leuk nu dat er zo'n klein Nijlpaardje is geboren en blijft nog even binnen op een héérlijk pak stro bij zijn mamma! Succes ermee! Categorie Mensen én Blogs! Licentie Standaard! KZbin--Licentie!

[@smegid586]

I wish I could say that my job was to reverse engineer milk.

[@kylelyn3208]

Never heard of her until now.

[@crystalheart9]

It's so amazing to be able to see Fiona and her mother under the water together.

[@alyssa294]

I’m going there in two days I’m so excited!!!

[@jillcampbell8019]

What was your experience like? I hope you had a fabulous time. 😅 Cincinnati Zoo is so much fun and informative. Loved going there when living in the area. ❤️‍🔥

[@leequinn2733]

Fiona is a rockstar!

[@nonebusiness4488]

not enough fiona vids in the world to satify me

[@breeannwatkins6314]

Awww so was little Fiona born 2 months early ?

[@boblowney]

great, solid, smart caring professionals

[@ChadDidNothingWrong]

0:30 It's so weird watching literally everyone focused more on filming than actually watching. ....I mean how many times do they intend to "re-live" watching hippos at the zoo??

[@jillcampbell8019]

Aren’t humans fascinating to watch too? Wow.

[@elleromanovafermanpevel2127]

LOVING YOU FIONA 🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊🎉🎉🎉🎉🎊🎊🎊🎈🎈🎈🎈🎋🎋🎋🎋💐💐💐💐💐💐💐 CHEERS FOR BABY FIONA

[@Jezebellum-l2u]

Awww .... there's nothing else you can say, really.

[@АйбекНурахметов-к4б]

Респект и уважение команде, которая выходила малышку и подарила миру ещё одно чудо !!!

[@Schattendragonfly]

100% amazing ! I guess the mother refused because the baby was too weak to stay alive and that would be natural? Anyway, +The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden , please tell me: she seems to have some wounds on her sides. What and why are these ? Also, BRAVO for the idea of milking a HPPO ! Whoever came up with that idea, was so innovative and creative, and did a great job with that ! Also, the mother must have trusted you so much - she must feel safe with you guys. And THAT is not an easy thing. Amazed.

[@leahryan5560]

SchattendragonflyPL: Or it might’ve been her first calf and she wasn’t sure what to do.

[@EvadoCouto]

Why does this make me cry!

[@mirandabrokenberry810]

How precious 😍

[@JimTopsecret]

good job

[@Jesuscares7680]

God's miracle...luv it...

[@erinwalker711]

She started out as a little pipsqueak and she has become a big Hippo 🦛.

[@user1756]

Fiona

[@fionaszeles1664]

i love her and i love that we share the same name :)

[@jentapsell1137]

Interested to know if there were behavior changes in bibs once her baby was taken away for care. She seems like a calm individual

[@sgtmajvimy]

Bravo team. Lots of love for the girl. Gotta plan a visit then 🤓🧐😃

[@eltzrothm1]

It wasn't luck. The amount of stuff they figured out in that amount of time is truely unbelievable. I think that zoo just got voted the best zoo in the country. And for good reason.

[@VySharieff]

She’s cute💞

[@noddygirl]

Omg she is ADORABLE! I love her lol. And the Momma is,so chill too What is the hole/wound on Fionas side from??

[@leahryan5560]

I think that’s her umbilical scar.

[@Powerranger-le4up]

That’s a birthmark. Her mom has it too.

[@goldencrisp4671]

It must of taken a lot of work to earn the trust of a hippo god bless ALL of these people

[@catrinahartz944]

Gods has made amazing animals. 🥰

[@jillcampbell8019]

Yes!!! Amazing beautiful Creation! ❤️‍🔥

[@CatonaWall175]

This kind of story is what life is all about really.

[@davidsanchezalcantara7184]

LOVE FIONA

[@Twitterrapper]

A minute in I’m already crying

[@amycrossley4394]

I love Fiona she is sooo cute

[@linda.brotherton1689]

It's April 2020 how is Florna now? Please post her

[@ijustwanttosleepnow]

Why did they breed the hippos?

[@jillcampbell8019]

Population is endangered.

[@abbystevens5693]

What a good news for this newborn hippo that she made it because of all the care and love of the zookeepers and helping her untill she was able to be ok without their care in the exhibit with her mother.