Hippo
Hippo
Hippopotamus amphibius
Habitat
They live in rivers, lakes, and wetlands across sub-Saharan Africa, spending much of the day submerged.
Quick Bio
Hippos are large, barrel-shaped mammals with short legs and massive jaws. Despite their bulk, they are capable of moving quickly on land.
Diet
Hippos feed mainly on grasses, grazing on land at night.
Behavior
Highly territorial in water, they use rivers as both shelter and social space.
Fun Fact
Hippos secrete a reddish oily substance often called “blood sweat” that acts as sunscreen and antimicrobial protection.
Vibe
Looks peaceful. Is not.
Quick Bio
Hippos are large, barrel-shaped mammals with short legs and massive jaws. Despite their bulk, they are capable of moving quickly on land.
Habitat
They live in rivers, lakes, and wetlands across sub-Saharan Africa, spending much of the day submerged.
Diet
Hippos feed mainly on grasses, grazing on land at night.
Behavior
Highly territorial in water, they use rivers as both shelter and social space.
Fun Fact
Hippos secrete a reddish oily substance often called “blood sweat” that acts as sunscreen and antimicrobial protection.
Vibe
Quietly everywhere, defying gravity without explanation.
Quick Bio
Hippos are large, barrel-shaped mammals with short legs and massive jaws. Despite their bulk, they are capable of moving quickly on land.
Habitat
They live in rivers, lakes, and wetlands across sub-Saharan Africa, spending much of the day submerged.
Diet
Hippos feed mainly on grasses, grazing on land at night.
Behavior
Highly territorial in water, they use rivers as both shelter and social space.
Fun Fact
Hippos secrete a reddish oily substance often called “blood sweat” that acts as sunscreen and antimicrobial protection.
Vibe
Looks peaceful. Is not.
Quiz time
Despite appearances, hippos are
Despite appearances, hippos are
Despite appearances, hippos are
