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- Hippopotamus - Wikipedia
The hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius; ˌhɪpəˈpɒtəməs ; pl : hippopotamuses), often shortened to hippo (pl : hippos), further qualified as the common hippopotamus, Nile hippopotamus and river hippopotamus, is a large semiaquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa
- Hippopotamus | Size, Diet, Habitat, Evolution | Britannica
The hippopotamus is a large, aquatic mammal native to Africa Hippos are known for their massive size and unique adaptations for water life, though they face threats from human activities, which has led to a decline in their populations
- 15 Hippopotamus Facts - Fact Animal
The hippopotamus, or hippo, is native to sub-Saharan Africa and is a large, mostly herbivorous mammal The name hippopotamus comes from an ancient Greek word that translates to mean ‘river horse’ and the hippo is the third-largest land mammal following the elephant and rhinoceros
- Hippopotamus - National Geographic Kids
Hippopotamuses are large mammals found in sub-Saharan Africa Their name comes from the Greek word for “river horse” because they're often found in water, which helps them stay cool in the hot,
- Hippopotamus - African Wildlife Foundation
Hippos are the third-largest living land mammal, after elephants and white rhinos Despite their large and bulky appearance, they have adaptations to their semi-aquatic environments allowing them to move swiftly on both water and land
- The Hippopotamus Is Social in Water, Solitary on Land
There are two main types of hippos: the common Hippopotamus amphibius and the pygmy hippopotamus While the common hippo is famous for its massive size and river-loving lifestyle, its smaller cousin, the pygmy hippo, is a bit different
- Hippopotamus | World Wildlife Fund
Weighing up to 8,000 pounds, hippos are the heaviest land animals after the elephant They seek refuge from the heat by living in water during the day, and at night they come ashore to feed on short, soft grasses and fallen fruit
- Hippo facts | Mammals | BBC Earth
Hippopotamuses are the second largest land mammals after elephants 11 The name hippopotamus comes from the ancient Greek words for “river horse”, as these creatures spend most of their time in water or wallowing in mud to keep cool Hippos can also be found in lakes and mangroves
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