Mother Warthog and her little son, Baby Warthog attempt to cross a dangerous river. As they swim across, a big mean crocodile attacks them and forces Mother Warthog to swim back while her son makes it across. Mother Warthog is overwhelmed with grief as the crocodile prevents her from reuniting with her son. No one is brave enough to cross the river and bring back Baby Warthog. Along comes Little Hare who promises to rescue Baby Warthog. No one gives him a chance against the big mean crocodile.