Interesting. Do you have a reference for this please? I’d be very interested to know how many and when their first breeding was
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According to the studbook for the species, there were a total of 6 (1.5) black rhinoceros births at London Zoo:
Launa/Lisa (0:1) London - 1969 - Paul x June
Joanna (0:1) London - 1972 - Paul x June
Noelle (0:1) London - 1975 - Bwana Mkubwa/Fred x June
Kes (1:0) London - 1978 - Bwana Mkubwa/Fred x June
Esther (0:1) London - 1982 - Bwana Mkubwa/Fred x June
Rosie (0:1) London - 1988 - Bwana Mkubwa/Fred x Mama Kidogo/Stumpy
There was also a male calf born at Port Lympne in 1991, to Basha and June that would've been conceived at London Zoo, but the calf DNS.
Some of these died young while others were successfully raised at London but then died before reaching maturity at other zoos e.g. Kes went to Marwell with his halfsister Katie, born at Whipsnade(same sire) but they both died before breeding. Rosie was by far the longest-lived of any of them. She spent many years at Chester before going to PL, but her handraised background made her incompatable with other rhinos so breeding was impossible.
Other Summer 2025 News Not Mentioned:
On May 20th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) Cape porcupine, later named Libele, was born on April 2nd, which is on exhibit.
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On May 28th, it was announced that the zoo transferred a (0.1) forest buffalo to Knowsley Safari Park in Merseyside.
Ventura Wildlife Services
Also, on July 25th, the zoo announced that they sexed the lynxes as (1.1).
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On August 2nd, it was mentioned that the zoo transferred 3 African wild dogs to London Zoo in London*.
On August 7th, the zoo announced the sexes of the Pallas's cats, (3.3).
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On August 8th, the zoo announced that a De Brazza's monkey was born, which is now on exhibit.
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* Information provided by @cerperal in the ZSL London Zoo News 2025 thread (Page 21 Post #419).
On May 20th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) Cape porcupine, later named Libele, was born on April 2nd, which is on exhibit.
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
On May 28th, it was announced that the zoo transferred a (0.1) forest buffalo to Knowsley Safari Park in Merseyside.
Ventura Wildlife Services
Also, on July 25th, the zoo announced that they sexed the lynxes as (1.1).
26K views · 641 reactions | We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of two beautiful Northern Lynx cubs born to Arya and Levis! After Arya gave birth, we spotted our first cub emerge, and just when we thought there was only one… a second playful sibling appeared. Now confirmed after their first health check, it’s a boy and a girl. This is a huge moment for our lynx family and for conservation efforts. Stay tuned for more adorable updates. #LynxCubs #cats #portlympne #ConservationSuccess #cubs | Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
On August 2nd, it was mentioned that the zoo transferred 3 African wild dogs to London Zoo in London*.
On August 7th, the zoo announced the sexes of the Pallas's cats, (3.3).
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
On August 8th, the zoo announced that a De Brazza's monkey was born, which is now on exhibit.
6.5K views · 208 reactions | Exciting Baby News! We're pleased to welcome a new baby De Brazza's monkey, born to mum Dora and dad Pablo. We’re excited to watch their progress over the coming weeks. Congratulations to Dora and Pablo! #portlympne #babymonkey #babyanimal #monkey | Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
* Information provided by @cerperal in the ZSL London Zoo News 2025 thread (Page 21 Post #419).
Get the facts right first thing!
The cow in end-of-life care was Rosie. She was put down 3 days ago.
SOURCE: Beloved black rhino dies aged 36 at Kent animal park
BTW: Honestly, it is high time the Port Lympne herd restarts ex situ breeding once more.
A member mentioned the rhino that would be PTS was Mlimba's mother, hence the confusion. Sad that it was Rosie in the end, but she did achieve a great age of 36 years.
They were very active when I went last week. I'm not usually an ape fan tbh but we stopped next to them to have some lunch and they put on a very good show, climbing up high for bedding and dragging it down to where they wanted it. They weren't in the 'outside' bit, but the 'inside' area.
Alwaysevergreen
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Not to nit pick, but if you read their comment, they didn't say that at all. You took their comment to imply it was mother died, daughter moved, but it wasn't actually what they said.
On August 12th, the zoo announced that 3 Przewalski's wild horses named Éowyn, Morwen, and Théodwyn were born, which are on exhibit.
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On August 13th, the zoo announced they named the Pallas's cats Altai, Bat-Erdene, Khutga, Kharaa, Tuya, and Zaya, respectively.
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On August 16th, the zoo announced they named the lynxes Odin and Hel(a) respectively.
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On September 12th, it was mentioned that the zoo transferred (2.0) maned wolves named Pablo and Snoop to Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent a few weeks prior.
Andrew Norman Wildlife Photography
On September 18th, the zoo announced that a female (0.1) Cape porcupine was born, which is on exhibit.
18K views · 378 reactions | We’re thrilled to introduce the newest (and cutest!) member of our Port Lympne family, a baby Cape porcupine, known as a porcupette! She’s just passed her first health check and is being doted on by her parents, safe, happy, and already showing off her tiny quills. By caring for and protecting species like hers, our conservation work helps preserve vital wildlife and biodiversity for the future. Join us in giving her a warm welcome, we can’t wait to watch her grow! Keeper Jamie #portlympne #kent #porcupine #babyanimal | Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
10K views · 174 reactions | New arrivals alert! We’re thrilled to welcome our newest Przewalski’s horse foals to the reserve! Say hello to Éowyn, Théodwyn, and little Morwen, three beautiful additions to this rare and remarkable species. You can spot these endangered wild horses and their foals on our 45-minute safari tour, included with your entrance ticket. #PrzewalskisHorse #FoalWatch #PortLympne #conservation #RareSpecies #NewArrivals | Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
On August 13th, the zoo announced they named the Pallas's cats Altai, Bat-Erdene, Khutga, Kharaa, Tuya, and Zaya, respectively.
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
On August 16th, the zoo announced they named the lynxes Odin and Hel(a) respectively.
Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
On September 12th, it was mentioned that the zoo transferred (2.0) maned wolves named Pablo and Snoop to Howletts Wild Animal Park in Kent a few weeks prior.
Andrew Norman Wildlife Photography
On September 18th, the zoo announced that a female (0.1) Cape porcupine was born, which is on exhibit.
18K views · 378 reactions | We’re thrilled to introduce the newest (and cutest!) member of our Port Lympne family, a baby Cape porcupine, known as a porcupette! She’s just passed her first health check and is being doted on by her parents, safe, happy, and already showing off her tiny quills. By caring for and protecting species like hers, our conservation work helps preserve vital wildlife and biodiversity for the future. Join us in giving her a warm welcome, we can’t wait to watch her grow! Keeper Jamie #portlympne #kent #porcupine #babyanimal | Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve
