12 Minute Talk: The Time America Almost Hunted Hippos in the Bayou

In 1910, Congress seriously considered importing hippos into Louisiana to clear invasive water plants and create a new meat source nicknamed "Lake Cow Bacon." Allegedly Theodore Roosevelt was a fan of the idea. Wade breaks down the real history, why it never happened, and what Texas's own invasive species history with wild hogs and aoudad sheep says about how this could have gone. If you're a game warden or wildlife official with stories about species introduction, come on the podcast. Visit allymunitions.com for ammo, optics & gear.