A grotesque 'cocaine hippo' with white powder stains, exaggerated rotten features, holding money, in a Colombian jungle setting with parody elements.

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Colombia Taking Action Against Pablo Escobar's Invasive Cocaine Hippos

Published April 14, 2026

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Colombia plans to euthanize up to 80 invasive hippos descended from Pablo Escobar's private zoo to control their widespread population.

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Colombia has announced a plan to euthanize up to 80 hippos that are descendants of those imported by the drug lord Pablo Escobar in the 1980s. These 'cocaine hippos' have multiplied and become an invasive species, posing ecological challenges in the area. The decision aims to control the growing population and reduce their impact on local wildlife and habitats.

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