June 19, 2026
Photos show hippos introduced to Colombia by Pablo Escobar as the nation debates their fate
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In Colombia, hippos introduced by Pablo Escobar in the 1980s have become a major issue as the population has grown to around 200, causing safety concerns for locals and tourists. This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.
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