stackyFACTSThe most dangerous creature in Ethiopia is practically completely disabled by its own massive neck.
The most dangerous creature in Ethiopia is practically completely disabled by its own massive neck. Pliny described a beast resembling a buffalo with a head so absurdly heavy that it can never actually lift it upward. This is extremely fortunate for humanity, because the creature supposedly possesses a breath so foul it instantly drops anyone who inhales it. It is the only monster whose primary physical defense is directly neutralized by absolutely terrible posture.
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