Crocodile versus hippopotamus. Do you think you know who would win that battle? If you said crocodile, you are wrong. Hippos may seem like gentle, slow creatures – but they are actually one of Africa’s most dangerous animals!
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In Africa, hippos and crocodiles share the same habitats, but there are very few conflicts between the two. Hippos are much stronger and larger than your average croc – and the crocodiles respect that and leave hippos alone!
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A baby hippo that is unattended may be attacked by a crocodile though. What is odd though is that a baby hippo will actually chew on a crocodile’s scales – only if momma is around!
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Watch this fascinating behavior in the video below!
It would seem that the baby hippos are using the crocodile as a teething toy! Even one has their limits and it is important to pick your battles wisely!
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