Dallas Zoo hippo baby 'Kalo' makes public habitat debut
DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) - The Dallas Zoo's new hippo calf 'Kalo' and mom Boipelo are making their habitat debut to the public today, Dec. 6.
Her name is a tribute to one of the K9 patrol dogs at Conservation Lower Zambezi based in Zambia.
Boipelo and Kalo have explored the Simmons Hippo Outpost a few times in the last few weeks, in preparation for their first public appearance. For each outing – the zoo was closed to the public – mom kept a close eye on baby, and Boipelo definitely preferred to keep the calf with her and spend time on the sandy beach. But baby has already ventured into the 120,000-gallon pool to explore and swim over near the viewing window -- cute!
Kalo, born on Oct. 30, continues to stay close to mom and nurse well, shows a lot of interest in exploring, and seemingly adds a new "roll" every few days!
Boipelo and Kalo will continue to make regular appearance in the Simmons Hippo Outpost in the coming weeks, pending suitable weather and as mom's comfort level allows.
