At first glance, hippos are almost cartoonish in appearance. However, as this footage shows, one shouldn’t be deceived by their looks.
At first glance, hippos are almost cartoonish in appearance. However, as this footage shows, one shouldn’t be deceived by their looks.
Mike Botes submitted this dramatic footage to Latest Sightings. He filmed it while on a game drive at MalaMala Game Reserve in South Africa.
Tranquillity interrupted
As Mike’s video begins, we see the tranquil Sand River flowing strongly. On an island in the middle, a young hippo notices trouble approaching.
Entering the river from the far bank, the resident bull is ready to defend what is his.
Highly territorial
As the resident gets closer, the intruder shuffles nervously. He knows he has been caught and will have to pay a price.
Accordingly, as he gets close, the resident opens his jaws, revealing a formidable set of teeth.
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