Hippo   Hippopotamus amphibius

Photographs taken in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia.  ©David J Slater, October 2005

All shots were taken lying on the ground outside of my car.  Knowing your subject's moods is essential for this type of photography.  I utilized spotters behind me with the engine running!  The hippo below was only 20 metres away.

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