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Hippopotomology (HIPPOS) with Rebecca Lewison

Ologies with Alie Ward

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Challenges in Hippo Research and the Toughness of Their Skin

This chapter explores the difficulties in collecting DNA from hippos due to their thick skin and unique anatomy, which complicates standard tracking methods. The discussion also humorously touches on the use of hippo skin in products like wallets, leading to a quirky customer complaint about receiving empty ones.

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