This is a story about an adorable moment which was caught on camera where it pictured a sun-loving hippo lying on its back in the height of relaxation, trying to tan its bright pink belly.
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As the day brought good weather, the hippo was lounging with its legs in the air, making the best of the day.
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Jackie Cilliers is the 52-year-old photographer who captured this scene at the Kruger National Park in South Africa where he had gone on holiday.
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Although at first the photographer thought that the animal was injured, it turned out that the hippo was enjoying the sun and chilling out in the water.
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Jackie had this to say about the hippo: “The images show the hippo pushing off his friend, rolling over, relaxing on his back, and yawning.”
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“The hippo risked being attacked by its mate whom it kept pushing on to turn over.”
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“At first I thought that it might be injured or ill, but it happened several times and remained stationary on its back for several minutes at a time.”
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“It seemed to enjoy being upside down. I was surprised and pleased with the images, as were the others in the hide, several people were chuckling at the antics.”
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“What I love most is his pink tummy. I doubt I will ever see this again as it is the first time I or anyone I know has seen this.”
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