Hippos.
True Story: "I Was Swallowed By a Hippo"
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Hippopotami are giant creatures. They may seem docile, but when their territory is threatened they can be vicious. Some authorities list the hippopotamus, the world's third largest land animal, as one of the most deadly. They often will attack without apparent provocation, and at 1.5 to 3 tons, their attacks are swift and savage. Hear the description of a hippo attack from these South Africans and see the injuries. See More Hippos: Shark Saves Stranded Man: ...
It's not plastic pellets these hungry hippos crave. According to this video from National Geographic, they'd rather feast their chops on crocodile tail. Watch this adorable baby hippo lap on a couple of crocs. Scientists are uncertain why herbivorous hippos like to hang out with these leathery reptiles, but the crocodiles don't seem to mind. It's likely because they know how much more powerful the massive mammals are compared to them. See the Cutest Newborn Crocs: ...
Looks like the Queens peacock isn't the only animal on the loose. In Cape Town, South Africe, residents have been asked to keep an eye out for a young hippopotamus that has been popping up all over the neighborhood after moving into a nearby lake, according to Discovery. The theft of part of the boundary fence that lined the body of water where it lived resulted in the animal's escape. "The night before last, he was in people's gardens. Obviously, there were lots of people out. And then last night, somebody picked ...



