Viral Video Captures Hippo Charging At Hyena In A Frightening Encounter

The internet is flooded with viral animal videos, captivating audiences with their fascinating and often unpredictable behaviour. Recently, a video has captured the attention of many, showing the danger posed by seemingly docile creatures like hippos.

Posted on the Instagram account safari.travel.ideas, which predominantly shares content related to forests and wild animals, the video depicts a terrifying encounter between a hippo and a hyena. In the clip, filmed in a marshy area, a hyena makes a grave mistake by approaching a seemingly lifeless hippo. Seizing the opportunity, the hyena begins to scratch the hippo, mistakenly assuming it to be dead. However, to the hyena’s horror, the hippo suddenly awakens and begins to turn around. Realising its error, the hyena attempts to retreat, but the hippo swiftly gives chase, ultimately attacking the hyena and narrowly missing a fatal bite. The caption indicates that the video was filmed in Tanzania, specifically at the Ngorongoro Crater, known for its diverse wildlife.

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The video has garnered a staggering 8.2 million views, with viewers expressing shock and awe in the comments section. One user aptly described hippos as “the most dangerous animal in Africa, even though it doesn’t eat meat,” highlighting the deceptive nature of these creatures. Another commenter emphasised the remarkable speed of hippos in the water, underscoring the potential danger they pose.

In a separate incident shared on the same Instagram page, a video depicts a bison unexpectedly chasing a couple. While the man manages to evade the animal, the woman falls and resorts to playing dead in a desperate bid to survive. The caption accompanying the video emphasises the unpredictability of wild animals, particularly large ones like bison and cautions against approaching them on foot. Fortunately, the woman escaped unscathed, but the video serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with encountering wildlife up close.

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Both videos serve as sobering reminders of the dangers inherent in interacting with wild animals and the importance of respecting their space and instincts.