34K views · 1.1K reactions | Moo Deng, who? There’s a new face at Houston Zoo. Meet Akobi, a four-and-a-half-year-old male pygmy hippo that moved here from San Francisco as part of a breeding recommendation from The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) Program. Guests can spot Akobi next to the bongos as he gets acquainted in his new home. Read more: bit.ly/3NR3Rh6 | Houston Zoo | Facebook

Pygmy Hippo Fun Fact #mars #pygmyhippo #babyhippo Thanks Keeper Ellie for this rare and sweet video! | Tanganyika Wildlife Park

Baby's first time in the pool 💦 Have you voted on a name for our little one? 🦛 Voting ends October 3rd. Cast your vote on our website: jbzoo.org/baby-hippo-naming-poll-2025 The options are: Hugo - means smart and spirited Blitz - because he's cute and fast Sapo - after Sapo National Park in Liberia, where pygmy hippos are native Want to give your favorite name a boost? ✨ Every donation adds extra votes and supports the calf and pygmy hippo conservation. 📸: Zookeeper Sam | John Ball Zoo

🚨 Help us name our new spud🚨 We’ve picked 3 adorable name options: Hugo, Blitz, and Sapo. Now it’s your turn to choose. Vote for your favorite and be part of this special moment! Voting ends October 3rd, so don't miss your chance to help pick the perfect name: jbzoo.org/baby-hippo-naming-poll-2025/ Want to boost your favorite name’s chances?✨ Every donation adds extra votes to that name while also supporting the calf and pygmy hippo conservation. Which name are you rooting for? 👇 📸: Zookeepe