The caretaker had notified Cornare that a hippo had moved into a pond behind the property, and Mira had been called to assess the situation. Reports like these have become more common in the last ...

If the hippo begins to charge, try to find cover behind a large tree or rock. Respecting the natural habitat of hippos and understanding their behaviour is key to preventing dangerous encounters.

Texas has a bevy of state animals. The armadillo, the horned lizard, the Mexican free-tailed bat and the iconic longhorn are just a few creatures people might think of when thinking of Texas.