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Knautschke the hippo a wartime survivor and bigamist
Berlin's hippo Knautschke, born 1943 in the city zoo, survived two wars and near destruction of the zoo, earning fame as a symbol of resilience. Now 23, the animal leads a quiet life with many mates and a sprawling, circus-linked clan.
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Knautschke
Martin Zucker
Max Preuss
Rosa
Mama
Preuss
Knautschen
Knau
Astar
Germany
Leipzig
East Germany
Grete
Olga
Berlin
Ballyhoo
Schwab- Bulette- Hamburger
Gretebel- Blubher
Herome
Knautschkel
Corr
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