Owen and Mzee

We just read this GREAT book called, Owen & Mzee: The Language of Friendship.

Summary:  In December 2004, a frightened young hippo, separated from his family by a devastating tsunami, bonded with an Aldabra tortoise named Mzee. The 130 year-old tortoise accepted Owen as his own, and an inseparable bond was forged.

Read more about them in Owen and Mzee's caretaker's online diary

Owen & Mzee's official website

Kids' section of the website

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