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Contrary to popular belief, the pygmy hippopotamus is not a mini version of the common hippo. Even though they are distant cousins, the pygmy hippos differ in several aspects. They can be found in Guinea, Liberia, the Ivory Coast, and Sierra Leone. These mini beasts prefer areas near swamps, wallows, […]

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This article was originally published on Critter Science.

Touted for their size and aggressiveness, the hippo is considered one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. The hippo is responsible for more human fatalities in Africa than any other large animal. It’s estimated that approximately 2,900 people are killed by these mammals annually. That being said though, the […]

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