Rampant Breeding of Infamous 'Cocaine Hippos' Calls for Urgent State Action

The population of "cocaine hippos" in Colombia, descendants of hippos brought in by drug cartel leader Pablo Escobar, is rapidly expanding and posing a threat to humans and the environment. With no natural predators, the hippos are damaging riverbanks and forests, out-competing native animals for food resources, and causing concern among locals. A recent census revealed a population of 181-215 individuals, with a significant number being juveniles, indicating rapid breeding. The Colombian government is considering options such as administering contraceptives, capturing and castrating, or relocating the hippos to sanctuaries in other countries. However, killing the hippos is also being considered due to the potential ecological impact if left unchecked. Urgent action is needed to address the issue.