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Hippopotamus

Hippopotamus amphibius

A large semi-aquatic mammal that spends much of the day in water and grazes at night.

Category Mammal
Habitat River
Diet Herbivore
Lifespan 40–50 years in the wild
Size Length 3.3–5 m; shoulder height 1.3–1.6 m; weight 1,300–3,200 kg
Scientific Name Hippopotamus amphibius

About Hippopotamus

A large semi-aquatic mammal that spends much of the day in water and grazes at night.

Fun Fact

Hippos secrete a reddish oily fluid that helps protect their skin.

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Zambezi River , Zambia Okavango Delta, Botswana , Zambia