Hippo Coloring Pages
The hippopotamus is among the semi-aquatic mammals that have a large body with a barrel shape, short legs, a short tail, and a broadhead. They are grayish with muddy –brown skin which gradually fades to pale pink color going underneath. Considered as the second largest animals on the earth after the elephant, the male hippo weight 3200 kg, 3.5 m long and 1.5 m tall. They are herbivorous animals and feed mostly on grasses and plants.
Interesting Facts
1. The word Hippopotamus is derived from the ancient Greek word “river horse.”
2. In search of food, hippos can travel up to 10 km every day.
3. Female hippo gives birth to a new calf after every two years.
4. Hippos live almost 40 years of age while they are in wild.
5. Hippopotamus loves water, and therefore they spend 16 hours of their day in water to keep their body cool.
By what name a female hippopotamus is known?
A female hippo is known as a cow.
What is the young ones of a hippo called?
The young ones of a hippo is known as a calf.
What is the group of hippopotamus called?
The group of the hippopotamus is called a pod, herd, or dale
What is its lifespan?
The lifespan of the hippopotamus is around 40-50 years.
How does hippo communicate?
Hippos communicate through sounds by using their vocal cords.
Where are hippos found?
Hippos are mostly found in Sub-saharan Africa due to the abundant presence of water.
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