We’ve been keeping a secret 🤭 We’re so excited to share that our very first trumpeter hornbill chick has hatched! The chick arrived on August 2 and officially stepped out of the nest on October 3, and our team could not be happier to finally introduce this little one. Parents Ronnie and Jazz have been part of the GSC family since 2021, and this was their very first breeding season together. From the start, they’ve been a perfect match. Ronnie is bold and curious, while Jazz is calm and steady, and the two have been a joy to watch as they’ve grown together. “This was the first year the SSP recommended them to breed, and they are both first-time parents,” says Darcie. “Success with a first-time breeding recommendation, especially with first-time parents, is not always guaranteed. Ronnie and Jazz have both done a wonderful job following their instincts through this entire process. Ronnie has been self-sealed in her nest since the end of June, and Jazz has been extremely helpful by bringing her food and nesting materials. We are thrilled to have a new addition to this flock!” Trumpeter hornbills are native to central and southeastern Africa and are known for their trumpet-like calls and the casque on top of their bills. The species is in decline in the wild due to habitat loss. This chick’s arrival is an exciting success for both our animal care team and the AZA’s Species Survival Plan®, which helps maintain healthy, diverse populations in human care. Welcome to the world, little one. 💚 — @greensborosciencecenter TikTok