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Jul 26, 2005

"Only if we understand can we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help shall they be saved." --Jane Goodall

The Odd Couple

When the Dec 24th tsunami hit the shores of Kenya and left a baby hippopotamus orphaned, people rushed to its aid and transported it to a nearby wildlife refuge. Exhausted, confused, and frightened, the hippo immediately sought the friendship of Mzee, a 130-year-old tortoise in the park. To everyone’s surprise Mzee returned the affection, and now the pair snuggle and even go for walks together.