Forget human pundits, the World Cup predictions are now in the paws, hooves, and tentacles of 412 zoo animals, all vying for the fame of Paul the Octopus. Highlights include a zebra claiming supreme insight and a capybara with suspiciously good odds, likely sponsored by a betting company.

ZOOKEEPERS have revealed the 412 animals who will successfully predict the results of this year’s World Cup. <p><strong>ZOOKEEPERS have revealed the 412 animals who will successfully predict the results of this year’s World Cup.</strong></p> <p>The animals hope to follow in the footsteps of 2010’s Paul the Octopus in a competition pundits predict will be far more intense and interesting than the actual games.</p> <p>Wayne Hayes of London Zoo said: “Brett the zebra, with the uncanny ability to se...