Hippopotamus - Wikipedia
WEBThe hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius) (/ ˌhɪpəˈpɒtəməs /; pl.: hippopotamuses; , also shortened to hippo (pl.: hippos), further qualified as the common hippopotamus, Nile hippopotamus, or river hippopotamus, is a large semiaquatic mammal native to …
Hippopotamus, facts and photos - National Geographic
WEBMar 10, 2011 · Scientific Name: Hippopotamus amphibius. Type: Mammals. Diet: Herbivore. Group Name: School. Average Life Span In The Wild: Up to 40 years. Average Life Span In Captivity: Up to 50 years. Size:...
15 Hippopotamus Facts - Fact Animal
WEBThe 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 | Diet & Facts | Britannica - Encyclopedia Britannica
WEBAug 20, 2024 · hippopotamus, (Hippopotamus amphibius), amphibious African ungulate mammal. Often considered to be the second largest land animal (after the elephant), the hippopotamus is comparable in size and weight to the white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) and the Indian rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis).
57 Huge Hippo Facts: Complete Guide to the Massive Hippopotamus
WEBDec 5, 2022 · Hippos are huge, docile mammals. Or are they? In this post, you’ll learn 57 hippo facts about one of Africa’s most dangerous animals. You’ll learn about their size, habits, physical traits. And we also cover pink hippo milk and poop sprinklers. Plus tons of photos and videos.
Biggest Hippo Ever Recorded - American Oceans
WEBThe biggest hippo ever recorded was a male named “Humphrey” who lived in the Kruger National Park in South Africa. Humphrey weighed an astonishing 4,500 kg, making him one of the largest land mammals on record.
Hippo Fact Sheet | Blog | Nature - PBS
WEBJul 9, 2020 · The hippo is one of the largest mammals on Earth. On average, males weigh 3,500 to 9,920 pounds and females weigh 3,000 pounds. On average, a hippo’s length is between 10.8 and 16.5 feet, and...
Hippopotamus - National Geographic Kids
WEBHippopotamus. 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...
Hippopotamus | Species | WWF - World Wildlife Fund
WEBThe hippopotamus, also known as the “river horse,” lives along the rivers and lakes throughout sub-Saharan Africa. Weighing up to 8,000 pounds, the hippo is the heaviest land animal after the elephant.
Facts about hippos - Live Science
WEBFeb 18, 2022 · Common hippos, also known as river hippos, are very rotund animals and are the third largest living land mammals, after elephants and white rhinos, according to the African Wildlife Foundation ...