Buffalo Zoo welcomes 5-year-old rhinoceros
Emily Tran
Emily Tran
Senior Reporter · Buffalo, NY
Emily Tran has been chronicling Buffalo's vibrant neighborhoods and community issues for over 10 years. She holds a degree in Journalism from Syracuse University and previously contributed to NPR’s Buffalo affiliate, where she developed a knack for storytelling that resonates with local residents. Emily’s passion for community engagement drives her to highlight the unsung heroes of Buffalo.
More from Emily →Senior Reporter · Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 5:18 PM · 1 min read
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) -- A one-horned rhinoceros who weighs nearly two tons now calls the Buffalo Zoo home. Patrick, a 5-year-old rhinoceros, recently came to Buffalo from the Bronx Zoo. The move was part of a breeding recommendation with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' (AZA) Species Survival Plan. As part of the Buffalo Zoo's [...]