Colombia Begins Culling Pablo Escobar's Invasive Hippo Herd

The Colombian government has initiated a plan to cull or euthanize the invasive hippo population descended from those illegally imported by drug lord Pablo Escobar. This measure aims to control the growing herd, which poses an ecological threat.

14 Apr, 21:00 — 15 Apr, 03:03

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Colombia is the only country outside of Africa with a wild hippo population, originating from animals imported by drug lord Pablo Escobar in the 1980s. These hippos have since reproduced and expanded into the Magdalena River, posing ecological and safety concerns.

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Colombia to Euthanize Hippos to Control Pablo Escobar’s Invasive Herd

Colombia’s government authorized the euthanasia of up to 80 hippos Monday as part of a new plan to curb the invasive population that started with four animals imported by drug lord Pablo Escobar in the 1980s. Acting Environment Minister Irene Vélez Torres announced the measures at a press conference in the capital, saying decisive action […] The post Colombia to Euthanize Hippos to Control Pablo Escobar’s Invasive Herd appeared first on The Tico Times | Costa Rica News | Travel | Real Estate.

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