Ozzy the rhino calf was born at the wildlife preserve near Santa Rosa on the day Osbourne died.
Safari West wildlife and animal park welcomed its newest resident Tuesday as the park’s southern white rhinoceros gave birth to a calf.
Named Ozzy after music legend Ozzy Osbourne, who died the day the calf was born, the male baby rhino is said to be doing well and bonding with its mother Eesha.
“This is a joyful moment for Safari West and a powerful reminder of our role in conservation,” said Dr. Nancy Lang, Safari West’s founder and conservation director. “Every rhino birth inspires hope and underscores the importance of protecting these extraordinary animals. We’re honored to care for this calf and grateful for the collaborative partnership that made this birth possible.”