Colchester Zoo has said goodbye to a two-year-old white rhino after she was moved to a new home in Germany.
Lottie left the Essex zoo last Wednesday as she started her journey to Zoopark Erfurt.
The German zoo has cared for rhinos for several years and has successfully bred eight calves.
Lottie has been joined in Erfurt by another white rhino, Stella, who has been transferred from Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens.
It is hoped that when Lottie and Stella are old enough, they will be introduced to a bull rhino recommended by the studbook keeper and go on to have calves of their own.
A spokesman for Colchester Zoo said: "Lottie had a remarkable relationship with Colchester Zoo’s Animal Care Team at just two years old and will be missed, but we’re pleased to hear that Lottie has arrived safely and is settling in well to her new home with her new companion.
"Stella the white rhino from Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens travelled with Lottie to Germany and they have taken up residence together.
"We look forward to hearing more from Erfurt with updates as to how Lottie and Stella are adjusting to their new life together but so far all is very positive, and they both seem to be happy in their new environment."
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