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What is a hippo?
The hippopotamus, or "hippo" for short, is a large, semi-aquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa. They are known for their large size, thick skin, and amphibious lifestyle, spending much of their time in water to keep their bodies cool.
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More frequently asked questions on the Hippo
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do hippos eat?
Are hippos dangerous?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
How big can hippos get?
Topic: Mammals
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
How large is the average lion pride?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do elephants have good memories?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Why are leopards so seldom seen?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
What is a Klipspringer?
How fast are cheetahs?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
How fast can cheetahs run?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Are Warthogs fast?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is a Suni?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do Giraffes sleep?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Sub Topics of: "Mammals"
Giraffe
Lion
Honey Badger
Pangolin
Elephant
Porcupine
Buffalo
Warthog
Cheetah
Mosquito
Baboons
Monkey
Bushbaby
Leopard
Hyena
Impalas
Porcupines
Aardwolves
Serval
Brown Hyena
Mountain Reedbuck
Blue Wildebeest
Suni
Eland
Spotted Hyena
Klipspringer
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