A female Hippo keeps a close watch on her small calf that is just a couple of weeks old. With large crocodiles around she has to be vigilant.
A female Hippo keeps a close watch on her small calf that is just a couple of weeks old. With large crocodiles around she has to be vigilant, though crocs seldom attack healthy young.
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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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