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- The government of Colombia plans to euthanize about 80 hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's introductions.
- The hippos number about 200 and are considered invasive, threatening local ecosystems.
- Environment Minister Irene Vélez said sterilization and relocation attempts failed, prompting the plan.
- The government has allocated about $2 million for the cull, to begin in late 2026.
- The plan drew backlash from animal-rights groups, while some locals remain attached to the hippos.
