When Lions Accidentally Help a Crocodile Hunt a Baby Hippo

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00:00 Crocodiles and hippos coexist within overlapping territories, with the former typically exhibiting

00:17 a peaceful demeanor.

00:20 However, the presence of juvenile hippos sparks a sense of unease, rendering crocodiles untrustworthy.

00:29 As a result, mother hippos remain in close proximity to their young to ensure their safety

00:39 from potential attacks.

00:43 A lioness from nearby Pride, located on the lake's banks, sees an opportunity to assail

00:50 a juvenile hippopotamus.

00:57 Yet the mother's vigilant stance instigated her immediate retreat.

01:02 Regrettably, the mother's temporary absence presented the crocodile with an opportune

01:08 moment to strike.

01:12 The predator attacked and mercilessly tore apart the defenseless juvenile.

01:18 A pitiful sight to behold.

01:26 The mother returned too late, forced to bear witness to the crocodile's savage actions.

01:42 The lioness played a role in facilitating the young hippo's demise, an unfortunate reality

01:49 that has left the mother with an enduring emotional scar.

01:56 The lioness's attack, coupled with the crocodile's opportunistic behavior, serves as a reminder

02:03 of the harsh reality that governs the animal kingdom's primal hierarchy.