This Hippo bull is yawning wide, not from boredom but giving a clear signal to approach no closer. A sign best heeded by other hippos and humans alike


This Hippo bull is yawning wide, not from boredom but giving a clear signal to approach no closer. A sign best heeded by other hippos and humans alike.


Size: 5500px × 3702px
Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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