Owen and Mzee

Owen and Mzee
Owen (left) and Mzee

Owen and Mzee are a hippopotamus and an Aldabra giant tortoise, respectively, that became the subject of media attention after forming an unusual bond of friendship. They live in Haller Park, Malindi, Kenya.[1]

As of March 2007, Mzee has been removed from the enclosure. A female hippopotamus named Cleo has been added to provide companionship for Owen. Owen seems to be adapting to his new companion and it is possible that Owen and Cleo will have offspring when he reaches maturity.

See also

Florida Box Turtle Digon3.jpg Turtles portal

References

  1. ^ Odd couple make friends in Kenya, BBC, 2005-01-01, http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/4152447.stm, retrieved 2008-06-10 

External links

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