It's a boy and a girl!

The Virginia Safari Park has recently announced the arrival of two new members to its herd. Rhino mothers Samira and Kya each gave birth to a new rhino calf, both at the end of 2020—a boy and a girl.

"Samira and Kya were imported from South Africa in 2012 with two other White Rhinos to protect them from rampant poaching. To date, this group of imported rhinos has produced eight healthy calves," the park said.

 

We are doubling down on our Cinco de Rhino celebration today with news about our youngest Southern White Rhinos, Sarah...

Posted by Virginia Safari Park - Virginia's Only Drive-Thru Safari Adventure on Wednesday, May 5, 2021

In the post, the park writes, "these two cuties are packed with personality and represent our commitment to rhino conservation." The Virginia Safari Park offers guests the chance to partake in daily rhino encounters, which help support rhino conservation efforts.

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Kristina Shriver
Associate Director of Our Community Now. When not writing or reading, Kristina likes to dance like no one is watching and enjoys speaking in vague movie references/quotes, which only a select few in her circle truly understand. A huge nerd, she loves attending comic book conventions (in costume, of course!) and engaging in geek-fueled conversations with anyone who is willing to listen to her ramble. She also dedicates her spare time to supporting various mental health organizations.
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