Des Moines Rhino Celebrates 13th Birthday PHOTOS

By Sue Danielson

(Des Moines, IA) -- The Des Moines Blank Park Zoo is celebrating a rhino's 13th birthday. The rhino, named Ayana came to Des Moines from Miami in 2012 and has raised two daughters. Eastern black rhinos are listed as a critically endangered species.

Reiman Gardens in Ames donated the gigantic zucchini to the zoo, so Ayana could enjoy a treat for her birthday.

Ayana weighs over a ton.

Photo shows two rhinos, one is checking out fresh fruit and vegetables.

Photo: Des Moines Blank Park Zoo

Photo shows rhino lounging in the mud, enjoying a spray of water.

Photo: Des Moines Blank Park Zoo

Photo shows younger rhino chomping on large zucchini

Kamara, the daughter of rhino Ayana, ended up eating her mother's birthday zucchini.Photo: Des Moines Blank Park Zoo

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