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Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 21:11:01 GMT

A few days ago I asked Toronto Zoo about Kiko and if there are plans to install a livecam.

This is the reply to my inquiry:

Unfortunately at this time we do not have a webcam within our indoor and outdoor giraffe habitats. However, our Zoo Keeper Andy will keep Kiko fans up-to-date on our YouTube channel with a series of Keeper Talks. You can watch the first one here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Myw_ZpHoaxo

Toronto Zoo Keeper Talk with Kiko the Giraffe

Re: Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 21:14:20 GMT

Toronto Zoo also posted the following on their FB page

After arriving on May 29th from Greenville Zoo, Kiko the Masai giraffe has been settling in nicely in the African Savanna. Watch as our Keeper Andy talks about how Kiko is doing here at his new home, and learn more about the newest member of our giraffe family here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Myw_ZpHoaxo.

Kiko is still under a quarantine period and is not viewable to the public, however we will keep Kiko fans up-to-date here on our Facebook page when his quarantine period is over.

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Bird mama — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 21:16:28 GMT

Awww Marp, he's grown into such a handsome giraffe :-)

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dooBdoo — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 21:20:21 GMT

Thanks, @Marp! I just looked at the Toronto Zoo site a couple of days ago and also checked out their Facebook page. I was surprised to see they didn't have a livecam feature. I'm glad you took the time to follow up and contact them, and I think I'll do the same. I hope they hear from plenty of Kiko fans, and perhaps we'll get to see more of that little fellow.

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Preds — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 21:44:49 GMT

I needed a happy today and seeing Kiko did it. He is such a beauty. I hope he is happy and stays happy. Thank you for this Marp!

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Vickiv — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 22:56:37 GMT

Something so precious to make you smile . Thank you.

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Lila Belle — Wed, 01 Jul 2015 02:16:38 GMT

How adorable and handsome he is !

Thanks for the info. We'll be keeping up with him.

Re: Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 13:11:38 GMT

The Toronto Zoo

July 27 at 10:28am ·

Hi fans,

For all of you who have been asking for an update on our new male giraffe Kiko from Greenville Zoo, he is doing great, however not yet joined our girls, Mstari and Twiga. With his recent move, he's been a little shy, and while he's responding great to his new keepers and surroundings, we've not yet been able to collect a blood sample to clear him from quarantine as per the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) requirements. Our Vets have been taking time to visit him daily so he can get to know them better and hopefully facilitate this process very soon. One of our keepers has taken some new video of Kiko, which we hope to share with you this week. Thank you for all your continued interest and comments!

Re: Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 13:17:48 GMT

I'm asking Kiko watchers that have FB to take the time to at least like any Kiko updates and perhaps leave a brief comment as a way to show Toronto Zoo that interest in Kiko from the States has not waned.

It would be nice if we could get updates on a monthly basis but I think the only way that will happen is if Toronto Zoo knows people are still following Kiko.

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Bestdressed — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 14:33:14 GMT

Kiko is a cutie!

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mewsmomtoo — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 06:32:58 GMT

Just found this today. I'm glad he is settling in. Thank you for the updates :-)

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denisemb — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 08:52:30 GMT

Awwww, this makes my day! I remember watching Kiko being born via webcam. Nice to see how he's grown and ready to become a father.

Thank you for the update, Marp!

Re: Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 20:20:20 GMT

I'm happy to see that there are still some of us that want to continue following Kiko. I'm looking forward to seeing him in the paddock with his new "family" and even more, looking forward to hearing that he is going to be a "daddy".

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Bird mama — Thu, 30 Jul 2015 19:54:24 GMT

Marp, I can't say I blame Kiko for avoiding the vets at the zoo. He's not stupid, he knows they're going to give him an owwie (when they take his blood).

Re: Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 13:45:23 GMT

Hi Kiko followers. Apologies for not posting this sooner but it has been a hectic couple of weeks and I am far behind.

Our kid Kiko isn't a kid anymore!

The Toronto Zoo added 6 new photos to the album: Kiko the Giraffe — at The Toronto Zoo.

September 3 at 3:10pm ·

Kiko the giraffe has been introduced to females Twiga and Mstari in our outdoor giraffe habitat!

Keep up to date on Kiko here on our Facebook page or on Instagram @TheTorontoZoo

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Lila Belle — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 14:25:26 GMT

Thanks for the update !

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Bird mama — Sat, 12 Sep 2015 15:15:08 GMT

@Marp

Thanks for sharing the update. He is such a handsome young 'man'. I'm glad he's out of quarantine and is making friends.

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Marp — Thu, 24 Sep 2015 19:17:19 GMT

The Toronto Zoo

1 hr ·

Three's company... Can you guess who is who?

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dooBdoo — Thu, 24 Sep 2015 23:11:51 GMT

Marp wrote:
I'm asking Kiko watchers that have FB to take the time to at least like any Kiko updates and perhaps leave a brief comment as a way to show Toronto Zoo that interest in Kiko from the States has not waned.

It would be nice if we could get updates on a monthly basis but I think the only way that will happen is if Toronto Zoo knows people are still following Kiko.

Quoting this as a reminder to all!

Here's the complete link to their Facebook page:

https://www.facebook.com/TheTorontoZoo?rf=199334870099592

Re: Brief KIKO Update

Marp — Fri, 01 Jan 2016 22:45:13 GMT

Kiko was chosen as one of the top 15 moments at Toronto Zoo. Isn't our baby boy a real looker?