Tiny Baby Elephant Takes on Massive Hippo

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The young (and too-confident) elephant is seen approaching a massive hippo submerged in water.

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Adult elephants, particularly African bush elephants, can reach lengths of up to 24 feet and weigh as much as 14,000 pounds.

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In contrast, hippos, despite being one of the largest land mammals, are much smaller, with a length of about 14 feet and a weight of up to 4,000 pounds.

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However, a baby elephant, typically weighing around 300 pounds and standing about 3 feet tall, is no match for a hippo.

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The Footage

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How Dangerous Are Hippos?

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They are highly territorial and aggressive, especially when disturbed or threatened.

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Hippos have been known to attack boats and humans with little provocation, making any encounter with them potentially perilous.

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Baby Elephants: Intelligence

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