Archive for January 4, 2012

Did You Know – Hippopotamus amphibius

See below for this weeks South African animal factsheet!
Exceptionally large amphibious mammal: average size 1600-3200kg (male). Brown to purple-gray in colour with pink underparts. Large body with short legs.

FC01 – Day 11

04/01/2012 – Day 11
10:00

Hot, low humidity.

FC01 was sunning in dappled light. On sighting us it moved to the safety of a nearby low tree and bushes. When it felt secure in the bushes it stopped and turned to look at us.

It looks to be in the same condition as when it was released 11 days ago.

Approx 82m from last known position.

Forest Cobra telemetry project south africa

With a final look...

forest cobra telemetry project south africa

FC01 slithers into the bushes

 

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