Owen and Mzee
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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.
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[edit] References
- ^ Odd couple make friends in Kenya, BBC, 2005-01-01, http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/4152447.stm, retrieved 2008-06-10
[edit] External links
- Owen and Mzee's Official Web Site
- Lafarge Eco Systems
- Baby Hippo Orphan Finds a Friend. March 4, 2005.
- There is a 30 minute free documentary available here.
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