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Memphis Zoo Brings Camel Rides to the Mid-South Wednesday, February 15, 2012
MEMPHIS, TENN. – Camels return to the Memphis Zoo this spring for an all-new animal encounter. For just $5 per person, visitors will have the opportunity to ride one of four camels at the Zoo Ma...
No Free Tuesdays in March Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Just a reminder that the Memphis Zoo will not be holding "Tennessee Tuesdays" during the month of March. For details on the Tennessee Tuesday admission policies, please visit our admission policies...
International Polar Bear Day Celebration Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Saturday, February 25, 2012 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Included with Zoo Admission Haley and Payton want to get the word out that their wild relatives a...

Hippos

Hippos have a reputable history at the Memphis Zoo. At one time, hippos "Venus" and "Adonis" earned our Zoo the title of "hippo capital of the world" - having more successful hippo births than any other zoo.

One of their offspring "Julie" gave birth to twins "Splish" and "Splash" in the 1980s. Julie still resides at the Zoo today with daughter Splish.

COMING SOON: Zambezi River Hippo Camp

We're working hard to open a new exhibit for Julie and Splish. "Zambezi River Hippo Camp" will feature animals found near Africa's Zambezi River. Learn more

Factoid:

Hippos are the deadliest animal in Africa.

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Today at the Zoo

Thursday, February 23, 2012 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM

Herpetarium Chat
Thursday, February 23, 2012 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Sea Lion Show
Thursday, February 23, 2012 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Panda Chat
Thursday, February 23, 2012 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Farm Chat
Thursday, February 23, 2012 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Giraffe Feeding
Thursday, February 23, 2012 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM

Grizzly Feeding

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