Domestic Animals in Kruger

[Richprins]

Herd of cows seen at Sable dam today

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1998834 ... 7273341713

[Richprins]

Latest Sightings - Kruger

We received this video from last week of a domestic type dog on the H1-1 near Numbi Gate. It's unclear how the dog got there, but please keep an eye out in case he is spotted again. These are often ranger dogs, so, if spotted, please let Pretoriuskop know asap!
Tinged by Alicia Fourie

[Dzombo]

I see on social media that a herd of cattle was seen along the Letaba River

[Dzombo]

Still there

[Lisbeth]

Understandable, it's a lovely place

[Richprins]

They must be permanent residents by now...

What a spoiling experience for visitors...

[Dzombo]

They must be permanent residents by now...

What a spoiling experience for visitors...

Is this the same herd of cows seen at Sable Dam ?
Were those not removed ??

[Richprins]

[Richprins]

Watch: Enough with the greens! Hungry hippos steal croc’s cow

In an unusual wildlife sighting, a bloat of hippos seized a croc’s kill, seemingly to eat it themselves.
4 hours ago



An exciting series of events unfolded when a herd of cattle went to a waterhole to drink.

Lean van Biljon recorded a video from Crook’s Corner viewpoint, where South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique meet, and shared his video with Latest Sightings.

He says when a herd of cattle went to a waterhole, the crocodiles reacted immediately, swimming towards the herd.

A late arrival entered the space, and within seconds of her starting to drink, a crocodile pounced.

As the croc pulled its prey into deeper water, numerous other crocodiles arrived, attracted by the commotion.

As the cow was dragged into even deeper water, a hippo approached to investigate and was soon joined by other hippos.

Their aggression towards the crocodiles was obvious, but at the time, it wasn’t clear whether they wanted to rescue the cow or claim it for themselves, says Van Biljon.

Eventually, after aggressive posturing, the hippos took control of the carcass.

Amid all the action, Van Biljon says there was a lot of fish activity – presumably catfish feeding on scraps of flesh. This attracted fish eagles and, after a few passes, one of the eagles swooped in and rose from the surface with a large fish clutched in its talons.

https://www.citizen.co.za/lowvelder/vid ... 23HSk4kJGQ

[Lisbeth]

AI Overview

Here's a more detailed look at hippo diets:

Primary Diet:
Hippos are primarily herbivores, with their diet consisting mainly of short grasses, but they also eat fruits when available.
Omnivorous Behavior:
While primarily herbivores, hippos have been observed to engage in omnivorous behavior, meaning they occasionally consume meat.
Scavenging and Cannibalism:
Hippos have been known to scavenge carcasses and even engage in cannibalism, especially when food is scarce.
Territoriality and Aggression:
Hippos are known for their territorial behavior and can become extremely aggressive if they feel threatened.
Examples of Meat Consumption:
Scientists have observed hippos attacking, killing, and eating other animals, stealing kills from predators, and scavenging carcasses, including those of other hippos.

Hippos are not known to eat fish