Rhino arrives at Knoxville Zoo
From Staff ReportsOriginally published: December 17. 2009 3:01AM
Last modified: December 16. 2009 11:45PM
A new female white rhino is expected at the Knoxville Zoo this week and the staff hopes she'll catch the eye of Mondo, the herd's resident male and potential new mate.
Maggie, a 14-year-old white rhino, is coming from The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio on a breeding recommendation from the Species Survival Plan. The SSP manages the placement of endangered white rhinos in zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The determination was made that Maggie and Mondo would make a good genetic match.
Maggie joins three other rhinos which have been the foundation of a successful breeding program here in Knoxville. The zoo is located off exit 392 from Interstate 40 and is open every day except Christmas Day.
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