Friday, 11 December 2015

PRO/AH/EDR> Anthrax - Africa (02): hippopotamus risk for epidemics

Anthrax -- Worldwide/Unknown
"Truly one of the most incredible sightings I have ever had on safari! A huge crocodile killed a zebra during a crossing of the Mara River during the Great Migration, and promptly had it stolen by 2 young hippos! Hippos are herbivores, but have been known to eat small amounts of meat from time to time. I am not sure exactly how much meat the hippos actually consumed, but they certainly gave the zebra a good working over. They managed to keep the zebra away from the hungry crocs for a good 45

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