Customize Consent Preferences

We use cookies to help you navigate efficiently and perform certain functions. You will find detailed information about all cookies under each consent category below.

The cookies that are categorized as "Necessary" are stored on your browser as they are essential for enabling the basic functionalities of the site. ... 

Always Active

Necessary cookies are required to enable the basic features of this site, such as providing secure log-in or adjusting your consent preferences. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable data.

No cookies to display.

Functional cookies help perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collecting feedback, and other third-party features.

No cookies to display.

Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics such as the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.

No cookies to display.

Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.

No cookies to display.

Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with customized advertisements based on the pages you visited previously and to analyze the effectiveness of the ad campaigns.

No cookies to display.

Hippos in Danger: Trapped in Dry Ponds in Drought-Stricken African Nation

Reading Time: < 1 minute

In the heart of Botswana, a crisis is unfolding as herds of endangered hippos find themselves trapped in dried-up ponds due to a severe drought. The El Nino weather phenomenon has wreaked havoc in southern Africa, causing widespread hunger and threatening wildlife populations.

The hippos, known for their need for water to keep their sensitive skin hydrated, are struggling to survive as the Thamalakane River dries up near the Okavango Delta. With their natural habitats disappearing, these majestic creatures are at risk of dying if they cannot find alternative sources of water.

Botswana, home to a significant population of wild hippos, is facing a critical situation as conservation authorities work to save these animals from perishing. The Department of Wildlife and National Parks is monitoring the situation closely, but the challenges are immense.

Local authorities are urging for the relocation of hippos to reserves to prevent conflicts with humans, as the desperate animals may become aggressive in their search for water. The impact of the drought is not only threatening the hippos but also the livelihoods of communities in the region.

As the world grapples with the effects of climate change, stories like this serve as a stark reminder of the urgent need for conservation efforts and sustainable practices to protect our planet’s precious wildlife. The fate of these endangered hippos hangs in the balance, highlighting the interconnectedness of all living beings in the face of environmental challenges.

Taylor Swifts New Album Release Health issues from using ACs Boston Marathon 2024 15 Practical Ways To Save Money