Rhino Naming | Cleveland Zoological Society | Cleveland, OH

Name the rhino calf!

Help name the Zoo's newest addition to the rhino herd! The Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of a male critically endangered Eastern black rhino calf, born September 13.

This precious calf is already stealing the hearts of the animal care team, bonding behind the scenes with mom Kibibbi, and taking wobbly steps around his indoor habitat.

In addition to providing exemplary care for rhinos here in Cleveland, the Zoo is also committed to protecting them in the wild through its longtime support of wildlife conservation projects. Funds raised through the calf naming contest will go directly to this important conservation effort. The Zoo supports a network of partners that work across the supply chain to combat illegal wildlife trade.

Each of these names are culturally significant to communities in Eastern black rhinos' wild habitat range. The naming contest ends October 15 and the winning name will be announced on social media shortly after.

Makena

means "happy one"

Kenza

means "treasure"

Kamari

Means "like the moon"

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