# Hippo Habitat-Supporting Ice Creams Graeter’s 'Chunky Chunky Hippo' Benefits the Cincinnati Zoo By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-01-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunky-chunky-hippo References: [trndmonitor](https://trndmonitor.com/industry-news-graeters-cincinnati-zoo-inspired-flavor-makes-its-anticipated-return/) & [graeters](https://www.graeters.com) The [Graeter’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graeters) 'Chunky Chunky Hippo' ice cream has been created to offer a delicious treat that will also help to support the [Cincinnati Zoo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gillette-1) along with the hippo habitat it keeps therein. The ice cream is packed with [salted roasted peanuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-monkey-business) along with milk chocolate caramel truffles that have been sourced from local retailers. The frozen dessert will be available for purchase in pints or in cones from one of the brands several scoop shops that are located throughout the Midwest United States. The Graeter’s 'Chunky Chunky Hippo' ice cream is limited edition and has been packaged with the artwork of Loren Long who has created a critically acclaimed line of picture books focused on Otis the Hippo. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Hippo Habitat Conservation:** Opportunity for brands to create products that support and raise awareness for endangered species habitats. - **Local Sourcing:** Integration of locally sourced ingredients to promote sustainability and support local retailers. - **Limited Edition Collaborations:** Collaborating with acclaimed artists or authors to create unique, limited edition products that create a sense of exclusivity. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for ice cream and other food brands to create products that support conservation initiatives. - **Retail:** Retailers can promote and stock products that prioritize local sourcing, connecting with conscious consumers. - **Art and Publishing:** Opportunity for artists and authors to collaborate with brands and create exclusive products that engage their audience and support causes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Chromatic Cookie Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frosted-animal-cookie-ice-cream.md) - [Bake Shop-Themed Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graeters.md) - [Viral Hippo-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moo-deng-donut.md) - [Positive Lifestyle Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/life-is-good-ice-cream.md) - [Refugee-Supporting Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-jerrys-sunny-honey-home.md) - [Delectable Frozen Cookie Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dolly-llama.md) - [Collaboration Cracker-Infused Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graeters-x-skyline-spice-ice-cream.md) - [Festive Holiday Frozen Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graeters-ice-cream.md) - [Entrepreneur-Created Ice Cream Favors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-mango-memories.md)