Rico the Porcupine

Rico the prehensile-tailed Brazilian Porcupine is celebrating his 8th birthday on April 2, 2024!! He is a favorite of Cincinnati Zoo members and has become an online sensation. The zoo gift shop has several custom items inspired by Rico including his own 12" plush, boop print, ornament, apparel collections, and more. Visitors can find him in the Children's Zoo area.