Hippo Attack

There’s something about a four thousand pound Hippopotamus in flight that says back away from the glass. An amazing animal, they are related to the pig, but are far less docile. Hippos, very territorial creatures when it comes to their food, kill more humans in Africa each year than any other animal. Yep, they even trump the mighty penguin when it comes to murder.

Penguins in Africa you ask? But don’t they live in cold climates? Not true. Only two of the three hundred species of penguins frolic in the snow.

All these tidbits are from a recent visit to the Camden Aquarium in Camden, NJ. Located just minutes from Philadelphia, PA at the shores of the Delaware River, the facility houses all sorts of cool aquatic exhibits and shows, with fun for kids of all ages.

If you’re in the southern NJ area check them out at: Adventure Aquarium

Side point – yes I know the site was inaccesible for a few hours. Thanks for asking. ;)

Here’s some pics…



3 thoughts on “Hippo Attack

  • June 21, 2005 at 9:49 am
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    Man! Looks/sounds like you had a great time!!! As long as that big ol’ shark doesn’t get u!!! Those aquariums are to be commended!…There is one local to me that is similar to that one and man do I get creeped out in that underground shark part…….Nature is quite amazing!

  • June 21, 2005 at 10:32 am
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    Cool pix. That one of the fish is really great!

  • June 21, 2005 at 11:27 am
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    pollster and hippie j – thanks for the props. I think I’ll post more of the pics in the gallery.

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