Colombia to kill 80 wild hippos once owned by Pablo Escobar: Why are the African giants being killed? April 14, 2026 at 01:00AM

Pablo Escobar's illegal hippos, once a symbol of excess, now pose a major ecological and safety crisis in Colombia. Descendants of four animals imported decades ago, their population has surged to over 150, disrupting ecosystems and threatening communities. Authorities have approved a controversial plan to cull up to 80, sparking intense debate over humane solutions.