Rare Pygmy Hippo Calf Born at Toronto Zoo

A baby pygmy hippo was born at the Toronto Zoo on August 5, 2026, to a 20-year-old mother named Kindia. Only about 2,000–3,000 pygmy hippos remain in the wild, making them an endangered species. The calf stood up within 15 minutes and began feeding within 4.5 hours — key signs zoo staff watch for, since newborn hippos face high survival risks.