That man has balls that drag on the ground!
Or ignorance about hippos aggressiveness. They may look like clumsy animals, but...
This hippo has been raised in captivity and may have had similar “physical reinforcement” in the past or as an adolescent. The hippo itself may be unaware of its own power and position. It has been reliant on humans it’s whole life.
https://theweek.com/articles/480179/loveable-pet-hippo-that-mauled-owner-death
They sure it wasnt just an xl bully? Lol