The River Horse by wysiwig
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Or as the ancient Greeks called them, Hippopotamus. They are found throughout sub-Saharan Africa and weigh up to two tons. There is something cute and even endearing about them until you realize they are very aggressive creatures who can run as fast as a human and have killed more people than any other animal in the world.
Finding this petite flower was a real treat during my visit to the Oregon Zoo in Portland. Even in Africa I never saw them out of the water. The second image shows a happy couple in a more usual setting.
Comments (6)
SunriseGirl
I was very surprised to hear they killed more people than any other animal. Anyway you got some great photos here.
bodo_56
Did you know that Chuck Norris rides .... uhmm, forget it ....8=) The guy in the upper pic looks as if he wants to eat you alive! Nice portraits!
jayfar
Great pics Mark and their weight is probably the reason they spend most of their time in water.
durleybeachbum
How delightful they are! Lovely photos.
Faemike55
Great captures, Mark! impressive creatures
danapommet
Super photos Mark - especially the top photo out of the water. Did not know about their killing records!