The San Diego Zoo just welcomed a very adorable addition to its animal family…
A newborn southern white rhino!
The baby, named Kianga, is the 94th southern white rhino to be born at the zoo. While that may seem to be a large amount, the animal is classified as "near threatened" in the wild. These beautiful and majestic animals are targeted by poachers for the value attributed to their horns. We've all heard about the male rhino who is kept safe by forty bodyguards – the need to protect these animals is no laughing matter.
But right now, baby rhinos aren't concerned by the needs of their species. Just take a look at the ones scientists spotted in an Indonesian forest: They haven't a worry in the world! They're just discovering their surroundings and staying close to Mom.
Kianga is no different. Watch as she gallivants throughout the herd! At just a few days old, she's a very happy, active rhino baby. In this clip, she's discovering other members of the herd. She is described as a very "curious calf" by zookeepers, even though mom wants to keep her close.
Mom will definitely have her hands full with this one!
Best of luck to baby Kianga, we can't wait to see what she'll do next!
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A little ray of sunshine arrived on Tuesday. Her name is Kianga & she's the 94th southern white rhino born at the Safari Park.
Posted by San Diego Zoo Safari Park on Friday, October 16, 2015
