The Cincinnati Zoo says a baby hippo born prematurely has taken her first steps. This video, taken by animal care staff overnight, shows Fiona's 1st steps! https://t.co/RywHq2zIcl pic.twitter.com/9gcr4LHgru — Cincinnati Zoo (@CincinnatiZoo) February 5, 2017Zoo spokeswoman Michelle Curley said Sunday that Fiona was active during the night and consumed a good amount of formula by herself. The baby's mother, 17-year-old Bibi, gave birth six weeks early on Jan. 24 to the first Nile hippo born there in 75 years. Staffers have been working to help Fiona grow, get stronger and learn to nurse on her own.

Source: Fox News February 05, 2017 19:32 UTC