Happy birthday Gonzo! Tamandua celebrates at Point Defiance Zoo

Turns out millennials aren’t the only ones who love avocado.

Gonzo, the tamandua, celebrated his 4th birthday at Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma, Washington with a “special insectivore and avocado cake.”

As an additional present, the zoo gave Gonzo some social media love on Monday.

Gonzo slurps up his cake. Point Defiance Zoo/Facebook

And yes, he does like going for walks in his harness, according to the zoo.

Tamanduas are a type of anteaters.

And, Gonzo has a 16-inch — and very sticky — tongue.

Photos Point Defiance Zoo/Facebook

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