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Episode 265: Precious Pygmy Hippos

Episode 265: Precious Pygmy Hippos

FromAll Creatures Podcast


Episode 265: Precious Pygmy Hippos

FromAll Creatures Podcast

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Length:
72 minutes
Released:
Jan 26, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

With as few as 2000 Pygmy Hippos left in the world, we are losing one of natures often forgotten large herbivores. Though one tenth the size of their larger cousins the Common Hippopotamus, the Pygmy Hippo is no small runt. Weighing in as much as 600 lbs. (275 kg), they are still a force to be reckoned with. Yet, this shy and elusive herbivore is suffering and slipping towards extinction. Thankfully, these West African natives are a focus for many conservation efforts and their story is one to be told. By telling their story, all of us can bring awareness to these special animals and do all we can to help save them. 

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Released:
Jan 26, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

All Creatures covers a species a week, describing the animals natural history, physiology, behavior, mating strategies and more. We also interview conservation experts from around the globe sharing their incredible stories and how they fight for conservation of the planets most endangered animals.