What to Expect with Fiona, Fritz and Bibi as the Hippo Family Gets Together - Cincinnati Zoo

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  • Hippo Keeper Jenna is here to reassure you that Fiona is doing well and introductions are going as expected between her and her baby brother. There is no reason to think they won't be one big happy bloat in the near future.
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  • @jrchefal
    @jrchefal 2 ปีที่แล้ว +298

    I love how the Zoo stands up for how they do their job. Anyone who thinks the Zoo staff would let any harm come to ANY of their animals doesn’t understand what being a Zoo Keeper means and needs to watch more episodes.

    • @The-ii5mj
      @The-ii5mj 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      And remember how the World came together to save Fiona💕. I have Faith in what they're doing!!❤ #BloatHeaven#

    • @wormhole331
      @wormhole331 2 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      It gets annoying seeing comments from people who think they know better than professionals on pretty much every TH-cam video.

    • @newfoundmoralclarity
      @newfoundmoralclarity 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      @@wormhole331 That is today's world, doesn't matter the topic. People without any education or qualifications think they know better than people who have dedicated decades to their craft.

    • @jessicam5712
      @jessicam5712 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@newfoundmoralclarity even worse than that people these days seem to believe their opinions are facts

    • @lizbits9339
      @lizbits9339 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Exactly

  • @sburris65
    @sburris65 2 ปีที่แล้ว +191

    Oh my word. Look at how this team took care of Fiona. So how could anyone think they aren't taking care of Fritz or they are overlooking Fiona.

    • @thegarden9255
      @thegarden9255 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Right? Great job team! Let's do it again with the next baby!🥰

    • @kimhaveman3628
      @kimhaveman3628 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      You are absolutely right! Fiona will always be special… she fought so hard to survive from the beginning. It is hard to watch the bond she has with Bibi have some distance now but that is part of growing up. We all love Fiona but her bond with her keepers is far stronger and they will always do what is best for her!

  • @judycook4314
    @judycook4314 2 ปีที่แล้ว +147

    Thank you for reminding us of how hippo moms in the wild behave, and that what we are seeing is very natural. You all are certainly doing a great job!

  • @deeice5398
    @deeice5398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +121

    Please people, the exceptional keepers at this zoo know what they're doing. Trust them & the hippos. They know how to raise & protect their young.

  • @KatherineUribe-1
    @KatherineUribe-1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    Normal hippo behavior, nothing to worry about. Little Fritz looks happy & healthy, as they all are! 💟

  • @lilit8934
    @lilit8934 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Thank you for explaining so well. I check in on the precious hippo family through your channel daily!

  • @moonbubbles3046
    @moonbubbles3046 2 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I love how you all care so beautifully for your hippos and the professional and kind manner in which you address those who would question your care.
    Keep on doing all the amazing things you do and don’t mind the armchair zookeepers. 💚💚

  • @suzanneborder4792
    @suzanneborder4792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    You guys are doing great, getting them accustomed to each other. Keep up the great work!

  • @auntyshakira747
    @auntyshakira747 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    I love Fiona and Bibi. And baby Fritz is so cute!!! I watched Fionas fight for life during her Intensive Care stage. So much love for all the humans who went above and beyond,because of their love and care, Fiona survived at least 3 times I saw it could of gone either way!!! Fiona is a true inspirational story of being born extraordinarily premature and yet now thriving! It is so awesome she is still with us 5 1/2 years later!

  • @brookiecookiebutterfly6985
    @brookiecookiebutterfly6985 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    The hippo keepers absolutely rock! This bloat is in fantastic hands and no one should have any worries whatsoever as the keepers have the expertise to handle this transitional period. We all love these hippos SO much! What a fantastic educational experience for us all💖💖💖

  • @hmm..interesting1127
    @hmm..interesting1127 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    ..2am in the mornin n I'm drinkin on vacation watchin a vid on hippos..I regret NOTHING!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂

  • @adedow1333
    @adedow1333 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I check for updates with my Vet Student husband every day. It all looks beautiful ❤️. We've been watching how Bibi and Fiona are interacting and it's just as it should be. Thanks to the fabulous keepers loving this bloat through all the changes!

  • @suzyQ1999
    @suzyQ1999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Great job you do with them. It's so wonderful to watch them integrate up close and personal.

  • @adrienebailey9010
    @adrienebailey9010 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The Hippo family are so amazing. Thx to everyone who works so hard helping them to have a good life.

  • @danajgolden
    @danajgolden 2 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Thanks for the transparency and understanding. We all are so overjoyed for the bloat. It’s great as a fan to get these updates. Please keep them coming. Xoxo from Pittsburgh

  • @somnuswaltz5586
    @somnuswaltz5586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    Adult hippos are very adorable looking too, not just babies

    • @danasandoval624
      @danasandoval624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I agree, they are just so neat to watch them.

    • @titanosaurdy9493
      @titanosaurdy9493 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Adorably deadly

    • @somnuswaltz5586
      @somnuswaltz5586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@titanosaurdy9493 thanks ranger rick... yeah they're WILD animals and they're dangerous, we get it. We didn't need you to remind us. Adult wild animals can be cute too and have "cute" visual features, not just the babies. What was even the point of your comment? 🙄

    • @titanosaurdy9493
      @titanosaurdy9493 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@somnuswaltz5586 chill man I just wanna add that

    • @somnuswaltz5586
      @somnuswaltz5586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@titanosaurdy9493 why though? Why on MY comment? Why can't I call a wild animal cute without someone like you coming around every single time to remind us it's a dangerous animal? It's like me commenting on how fire is cool to look at, then you come along and say that fire is dangerous if it touches me, or like me saying I love drinking water and then you come along and remind us that we can drown in water. Seriously. Gtfo.

  • @rocioaguilera3555
    @rocioaguilera3555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Fritz and Fiona are now my favorite hippos.
    Thanks for the update.
    It's imposible for me to think that hippopotamus are the most deadly predators in African rivers, but they are.
    Nevertheless, I love Fiona's family.
    All of the zoo's caretakers are awesome. Thanks for taking care of all of the animals.

  • @Smiffin5
    @Smiffin5 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    So glad to hear 😊 I was concerned about my Princess ❤️ Thank you for the updated.

  • @deborahdemanno471
    @deborahdemanno471 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you Cincinnati Zoo for your great communication to the bloat’s fans and for your awesome care for these four hippos. ❤️🦛🦛🦛🦛

  • @rosespeakstruthlikeitis155
    @rosespeakstruthlikeitis155 2 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    ✨ Yesss That's Mom ✨ I gotta hand it to Bibi , she's doing well as a mother sense's before mistakes, Every step takes One day at a time ( Timing is perfect all mothers out there knows when to give the Green light for siblings to fully connect 😄 Thanks Zoo team for the calming update ✨

  • @chrisrobling
    @chrisrobling 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I never want to get on the wrong side of a protective Mommy Hippo. Ever.

  • @newfee1967
    @newfee1967 2 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Fiona is and always will be my girl 🥰🤗.

  • @DCL26
    @DCL26 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for the update about BiBi, Fritz and Fiona. You gave an excellent explanation about their behavior and lifestyles. That little Frisky Fritz is such a cutie pie! Thank you very much, dear Caretakers. A bloat, sounds like a trivia question, and now I know.

  • @newfoundmoralclarity
    @newfoundmoralclarity 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wonderfully high EQ response. Y'all and your hippos are Cincinnati royalty, appreciate ya

  • @meggmegg6656
    @meggmegg6656 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    They are all so precious! I hope that Fiona and Fritz will play together one day.

  • @mariannehanley3151
    @mariannehanley3151 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you for sharing!!
    Fritz is absolutely awesome!!
    165lbs...Wow!

  • @johnnywalker8326
    @johnnywalker8326 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Thank you for that fascinating explanation. You folks are the experts and people need to let you do your thing. It is awesome that we all love this sweet family so much. Fiona is such a wonderful girl and baby Fritz is adorable! I'm glad Bibi is such a wonderful caring Mommy.

  • @KawaiiyukihanaSmiles
    @KawaiiyukihanaSmiles 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    We love the hippo family. Thank you for the updates. Much appreciated!

  • @AlexP.Keaton
    @AlexP.Keaton 2 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Way to go Cincinnati Zoo! Thank you for the update. You guys are amazing!

  • @MsJellyBellyLove
    @MsJellyBellyLove 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Great job educating us, Jenna!

  • @Caprica-od6oc
    @Caprica-od6oc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Like Jenna is explaining. This is perfectly normal. The fact that they're in a control environment ( a Zoo enclosure ) doesn't mean that they will not act differently. It's a natural behavior, Bibi is as protective of Fritz as she would have been if Fiona would has not been born prematurely and raised by the keepers instead of her mother. The Zoo is handling things with the best knowledge

  • @melissalarson2569
    @melissalarson2569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thank you for explaining this to us.

  • @singlewhitefemale1707
    @singlewhitefemale1707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Beautiful update! Thank you!!!!❤️❤️❤️

  • @fresaconde
    @fresaconde 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Tus videos son muy especiales para mí, ya que éstos bellos animales me inspiran y llenan de paz. 🦛🦛❤️ Gracias, muchas gracias. Bendiciones. Amén. 🙏😇❤️

  • @bkk1996
    @bkk1996 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This whole zoo family(keepers, hippos and all) is magnificent! Thank you for all of your thoughtful and informative updates 💙

  • @angelacallow-mosher6372
    @angelacallow-mosher6372 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing Fritz and his antics. Oh, he is so adorable!! The whole Hippo Family is beautiful

  • @ruthresetar5940
    @ruthresetar5940 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you so much for presenting this video and information. We have confidence in your caretaking, but it's nice to be reassured things are going well.
    ♥️♥️♥️

  • @muzzymuzzy12
    @muzzymuzzy12 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hippos are amazing!!!!!!!!

  • @cindykesler1152
    @cindykesler1152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I Love the Cincinnati Zoo! Fiona and Fritz will become awesome siblings. Bibi and Tucker rock also..

  • @karenhill3970
    @karenhill3970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So VERY Interesting. !! And enjoyable ...didn't know Fiona had a scratch.....! All perfectly normal as you say
    YALL ARE SO WONDERFUL ..BLESSED ANIMALS BEAUTIFUL ZOO& HABITATS.....SO HAPPY 🦛HOPE to come visit one day......💚🦋from TEXAS

  • @terriberrens2144
    @terriberrens2144 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for your love of animals.

  • @deedeekim1940
    @deedeekim1940 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Great information. They are such beautiful animals and it’s exciting to see them progress!

  • @cybererik1
    @cybererik1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    You can tell she loves her job. Seems so rare these days.

  • @debrabishop7946
    @debrabishop7946 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love hippos! This zoo does a wonderful job caring for them and educating us about them.

  • @pamtoney8950
    @pamtoney8950 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love and hugs to Fiona ❤🥰😘

  • @cyndy338
    @cyndy338 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for the update!!! ❤️👍🤗😊

  • @kathimurray2865
    @kathimurray2865 2 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    I just love Fiona and Fritz. Thanks for showing them love

  • @maramakesjournals2319
    @maramakesjournals2319 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful educational video. Thank you! Aren’t we all lucky that these hippos live in clean water? The teach us so much. 💕

  • @mollie_7b977
    @mollie_7b977 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Jenna wonderful explanation. Hopefully this will calm the masses down about Fiona's mark.

  • @susiepittman601
    @susiepittman601 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for understanding that many of us need your explanations. Thank you. I love this channel!

  • @daryooshkhatami5816
    @daryooshkhatami5816 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    How wonderful to see people like you and your colleagues so compassionate, and dedidicated.

  • @barbarabortles3689
    @barbarabortles3689 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    God bless you all for all your hard work, love and wonderful care you give to all the animals!!🥰🥰🥰

  • @markdezii
    @markdezii ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching and understanding their interactions!

  • @wowitzkate
    @wowitzkate 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for this video. I live an hour away and can’t wait to come back and see my favorite zoo and my favorite hippos!!

  • @brendacornell7586
    @brendacornell7586 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So sweet together

  • @vickiefowler1429
    @vickiefowler1429 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Cincinnati Zoo rocks! They will be back to being a family in no time!

  • @christinegraves8957
    @christinegraves8957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for doing what your doing. These things take time!

  • @yourmajesty1630
    @yourmajesty1630 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its great to see the gang together and that includes you too Jenna

  • @alladiachenko6655
    @alladiachenko6655 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Восторг от увиденного !!!! Какая замечательная семья бегемотиков !!!! Спасибо за видео !!!!!👍😊🌞🦛🦛🦛

  • @MarleyCarl
    @MarleyCarl 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I feel bad you guys have to even explain that. People need to realize that the hippos (and all animals at the zoo) are being taken care of by professionals.
    And as cute as they are, they’re animals first. We got to stop human-izing them and how they act because they don’t act like humans.

    • @chad8251
      @chad8251 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why do people keep saying this nobody has said anything bad in the comments

  • @pamkydes3311
    @pamkydes3311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    LOVE YOUR UPDATES! 💕

  • @martachtman1285
    @martachtman1285 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm living in Europe (Germany) -so I don`t know if I'll ever be able to visit your zoo. But if I ever come to America, Cincinnati Zoo is definitely at the top of the list of places to visit. I'd come to love Fiona and Fritz, Bibi and Tucker very, very much. And I want to say a great compliment and a great thank you for the fabulous work you, the caretakers, do. I can see how good the Hippos are feeling when they're interacting (a little quarrel here and there surely is absolutely natural) and how much they enjoy your cuddles. It's so much fun , for us watchers as well as for the Hippos , when you feed them their salad. I think their enormous "mouth" is a kind of combined organ for feeling , tasting the other hippos. All in all and again: I`m very grateful for the fantastic caretaking you're doing to give this Hippo family a life worth living. Sure all the caretakers of the other animals are just as good and devoted -and I'm a very big fan of sweet porcupine Rico. Is he still doing well, too?
    Kind regards, and my very best wishes - - - Mart from Berlin

  • @judyivie4181
    @judyivie4181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I certainly adore everyone and the hippo family. Take care and be healthy.

  • @kellycraine4363
    @kellycraine4363 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So happy your bloat is growing!

  • @cynthiarogers2904
    @cynthiarogers2904 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    *FRITZ REALLY WANTS TO GET TO KNOW HIS BIG SISTER. SHE WANTS TO GET TO KNOW HIM, TOO. SO SWEET !!!*

  • @davidsanchezalcantara7184
    @davidsanchezalcantara7184 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ABSOLUT HAPY LOOK ALL FAMILY TOGETHER REALY GOD. REALY THANKS FOR ALL EQUIP OF ZOO OF CINCINNATI , )

  • @Lisa-nv8ko
    @Lisa-nv8ko 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    GREAT update. Wonderful explanation & overview for all of us viewers. We all fell for Fiona thanks to YOUR hard work & candid sharing. ♥️🦛

  • @cynthiasammons2252
    @cynthiasammons2252 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    JENNA YOUR THE BEST AT EXPLAINING THINGS AND TO SOOTHE EVERYONE MINDS!
    I’m a retired Veternarian Technician and everyone can take me to heart.
    Jenna and her team know exactly what they are doing!
    Not so sure about camera operator according to some things I have read and seen.
    But take in to consideration that working a camera is not
    their real job. Their real job is for caring for the bloat!
    Being a camera man not in the job description or training!
    This entire Zoo of caregivers are amazing! ❤️❤️❤️
    The Zoo is Awesome!

  • @Aka2nv08
    @Aka2nv08 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Not all heroes wear capes…..some wear the Cincinnati zoo uniform! 👏🏾👏🏾

  • @dreamcatcherjulie1
    @dreamcatcherjulie1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love your zoo.

  • @lfrost6718
    @lfrost6718 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for all the information! Super Great job here and with them at the zoo!

  • @markit2833
    @markit2833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much for the update!!!!

  • @SOS-ct9mv
    @SOS-ct9mv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    It's hilarious to me that people who are not zoologists , are contacting the zoo thinking they know what is better for the Hippos. 🤣 Obviously the Hippo knows how to raise a Hippo.

  • @kp8381
    @kp8381 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That Fritz is precious. Thanks for the update. Glad they are doing well,despite a few scrapes.

  • @undertamssubjective
    @undertamssubjective 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YES🥰🥰🥰
    WE LOVE THEM ALL...🌷🌷🌷🌻

  • @jasz1666
    @jasz1666 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for the update! Appreciate it!

  • @LadybugLuv
    @LadybugLuv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Hello, I just binge watched everything Fiona! I have a question. I know she is still young, will she grow to be her mother's size? Or because she was premature, will she be smaller? I know most times (but not in all cases) you can't tell when humans adults were born prematurely. Thank you so much for including us in Fiona's journey!

    • @elephantlover8365
      @elephantlover8365 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Fiona will always be a small hippo because she was born premature and never reach her mothers side. She is most likely not grow much bigger then she currently is but you never know!

  • @mysteriowc
    @mysteriowc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love you all for what you are doing!! Such an excellent job and I don't know if anyone could handle this any better.

  • @naomiweaver1855
    @naomiweaver1855 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love these stories!

  • @AniFam
    @AniFam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awww~ Tiny Fritz is sooo adorable~ lovely~💞
    Thank you for sharing this video~🤗

  • @martaavery7744
    @martaavery7744 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is so good to know that she doing well.

  • @tag7592
    @tag7592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Jenna! We get it.

  • @WindTurbineSyndrome
    @WindTurbineSyndrome 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fiona made it this far I hope she lives a long life.

  • @kathleenclark1866
    @kathleenclark1866 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I know you all love them more than all of us. I saw how Fiona was introduced to her Mom, when she opened her mouth fir her I knew it was fine. That is a very peaceful family. They are all being watched carefully.

  • @garyphillips3552
    @garyphillips3552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm pretty sure these people know what they're doing. everything will work out fine.

  • @inesmercedeslarocca5110
    @inesmercedeslarocca5110 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Una dulce y hermosa familia,mucha suerte.👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️🇦🇷🇦🇷

  • @daydreambeliever6603
    @daydreambeliever6603 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for everything you do.❤❤❤❤

  • @karenhill3970
    @karenhill3970 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Just checking into see this absolutely LOVELY wonderful ZOO ..have heard about you all my life 🌎 Renown Zoo... everything looks great darling hippos ...🦛🦛💚💚💚🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🌎💕💕💕💕

  • @kimhaveman3628
    @kimhaveman3628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I don’t think people are accusing the keepers of neglect. Fiona is just sooo loved by all that people naturally worry and feel bad that she can’t be close to her mom like before. It will all work out. Bebe and Fiona have a great bond but Bibi has to look out for Fritz just like she did Fiona when she was little. I can’t wait to see Fiona and Fritz cuddling and playing!

  • @jui8792
    @jui8792 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    The idea that the keepers don't know what they are doing but the public does? Ludicrous. Amateur panic is nauseating.

  • @lisamccoy6514
    @lisamccoy6514 ปีที่แล้ว

    And look at them now. A beautiful bloat 💖💖💖🦛🦛🦛

  • @danasandoval624
    @danasandoval624 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These guys couldn’t get any cuter!!!

  • @priscillawatson7049
    @priscillawatson7049 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    you are doing such a good job! it's remarkable how you have now a little (!!!!) family of three. so wonderful

  • @FlBirdLover
    @FlBirdLover 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for all this wonderful information!

  • @somewhereinmontana3405
    @somewhereinmontana3405 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. Thank you for all the explanations!

  • @justbreathe_
    @justbreathe_ ปีที่แล้ว

    Tucker and Fiona are like my father and I when my mom starts acting crazy 😂

  • @deniseblackburn33
    @deniseblackburn33 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So sweet

  • @janethaggerton1794
    @janethaggerton1794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Keep up your great work!

  • @gracietilert8952
    @gracietilert8952 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is awesome. Thank you for all of that really cool information!!

  • @TheMichelleMermaid
    @TheMichelleMermaid 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    BRAVO Team Cincinnati Zoo!
    Humans, stay in your lane, especially all the couch veterinarian’s. These are experts, this is what they do. Give gratitude and funding over unwarranted criticism.