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The Guardian - US
The Guardian - US
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Coral Murphy Marcos

World’s oldest known pygmy hippo turns 52: ‘Anyone who meets her falls in love’

a hippo walks in an enclosure
The world's oldest living pygmy hippo, Hannah Shirley, celebrates her 52nd birthday. Photograph: San Diego Humane Society

The San Diego Humane Society’s Ramona Wildlife Center is feeling festive, and it has nothing to do with Thanksgiving, but instead a birthday celebration for a hippo that turns 52.

Hannah Shirley, the world’s oldest known living pygmy hippopotamus, turned 52 years old on Thursday, and celebrated with a Hungry Hungry Hippos–themed party. Hannah was surrounded by guests as she played with different-colored balls and presents.

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