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by John Hutton (Author), Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden (Photographer)
Fiona, was born six weeks premature. She was too weak to stand and nurse from her mother, Bibi, so caregivers and vet staff stepped in to provide comfort, nutrition, and critical care. With help from #TeamFiona, the premature hippo grew into a healthy hippo and an amazing ambassador for her species. Some of the other species represented in this book, like black rhinos and Malayan tigers, are critically endangered. There is hope for them, but people must care enough to want to save them.
Author Biography
Dr. John Hutton is a pediatrician, early literacy researcher, and author from Cincinnati, OH. The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is the second oldest zoo in the United States. Its mission is dedicated to creating adventure, conveying knowledge, conserving nature, and serving the community.
