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Colombia to Cull 80 Hippos, Ambani Offers Gujarat Transfer

4/30/2026

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Anant Ambani announced via Instagram that Vantara zoo in Gujarat will take Colombia’s invasive “cocaine hippos.”
Colombia plans to cull about 80 hippos after the offer, though officials have not responded.
The herd, descended from two hippos imported by Pablo Escobar, now forms the largest non-African population and threatens wildlife and fishing communities.
Critics say Gujarat’s hot, dry climate may be unsuitable for large mammals.

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Anant Ambani announced via Instagram that Vantara zoo in Gujarat will take Colombia’s invasive “cocaine hippos.”
Colombia plans to cull about 80 hippos after the offer, though officials have not responded.
The herd, descended from two hippos imported by Pablo Escobar, now forms the largest non-African population and threatens wildlife and fishing communities.
Critics say Gujarat’s hot, dry climate may be unsuitable for large mammals.