Disney reveals name of baby hippo born at Animal Kingdom

The name of the baby Nile hippopotamus born Jan. 13, 2018, at Animal Kingdom in Disney World received a special reveal.

During ride at the Kilimanjaro Safaris, a group of guests was the first to find out that the baby calf is a boy and named Augustus. (see video below)

Weighing in at 168 pounds, Augustus is the first hippo born at the park in 13 years. It took a while for Disney staff to get a hold of the baby calf for a checkup. After being born the calf stays close to its mother.

Nile hippos are a vulnerable species with a declining population. Augustus’ parents, Tuma and Henry, were chosen to breed through the Species Survival Plan (SSP), which is overseen by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Guests will see Augustus on Kilimanjaro Safaris and also during the Wild Africa Trek experience.

Here are some photos and the gender reveal video: