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May 6, 2026
Venezuela joins the list of countries wanting to save the Magdalena Medio hippos, why has no one received them?
The presence of hippos in the Magdalena Medio has become a problem with several concerned parties but no solution, as initiatives from multiple nations have emerged to receive at least 80 of these specimens since the proposal of euthanasia was raised...
TL;DR
- Venezuela has formally offered to participate in the rescue and relocation of hippos from Colombia's Magdalena Medio.
- At least seven countries have expressed interest in receiving the hippos, but no transfers have been finalized.
- Previous offers from countries like Mexico, India, Peru, Ecuador, Philippines, South Africa, and the Dominican Republic have faced obstacles.
- Challenges include the animals' weight (up to 4 tons), high transport costs, and the need for specialized logistics.
- Colombia is evaluating options such as international relocation, sterilization, and euthanasia for specific cases.