Poppy the popular pygmy hippo made her debut in the outdoor Hippo Haven habitat at Metro Richmond Zoo. She and her mom Iris have been living in a climate-controlled indoor habitat during the colder months to ensure their comfort and safety.

After making waves nationally, Poppy the pygmy hippo has waddled back to the outdoors at the Metro Richmond Zoo.

America's princess has made it to the outdoor Hippo Haven habitat.Why it matters: Poppy the pygmy hippo is soaking up the spring sun just like us — and she's ready for visitors.Driving the news: The Metro Richmond Zoo announced Tuesday that Poppy went outside for the first time on Friday.