PHOTOS: Poppy the pygmy hippo’s first birthday party

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — It’s Poppy’s day! The pygmy hippo turned 1 year old earlier this month and Metro Richmond Zoo was more than happy to host a celebration party on Saturday.

Per the Metro Richmond Zoo, Poppy’s first official birthday was on Dec. 9, when the zoo was closed due to a snowstorm.

The team held a belated birthday party for Poppy on Saturday, Dec. 27, at the Hippo Haven where guests, community members and Poppy’s fans came out to celebrate the beloved hippo…

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