Overview

• Safari West welcomed Ozzy on July 22 as part of a targeted conservation breeding effort for the near-threatened southern white rhinoceros
• His mother is 20-year-old Eesha and his father Ongava remains property of the Indianapolis Zoo under a long-term loan agreement
• The shared stewardship arrangement aims to maintain genetic diversity and support broader rhino recovery initiatives
• Animal care staff report strong bonding between Ozzy and Eesha and will closely track his weaning after observing early transition with his older sibling
• Safari West plans to introduce Ozzy to visitors soon to strengthen public engagement and raise awareness for southern white rhino conservation