Hippo Mother and Calf

by Mitchell R Grosky

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Hippo Mother and Calf

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Mitchell R Grosky

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Hippos are the third largest living land mammals, after elephants and white rhinos. They grow to between 11 and 17 feet long and up to 5 feet tall at the shoulder. The average female weighs around 3,000 pounds, while males weigh between 3,500 to nearly 10,000 pounds. They live in areas with abundant water, as they spend most of their time submerged to keep their skin cool and moist. Considered amphibious animals, hippos spend up to 16 hours per day in the water. Though hippos move easily through the water, they can't actually swim. These animals glide through the water by pushing themselves off other objects. And they can stay under water for up to 5 minutes without coming up for air. The hippopotamus is one of the most aggressive creatures in the world and is often regarded as one of the most dangerous animals in Africa. Although they may look cute cuddling with their calves, as in this photo, these semiaquatic giants kill an estimated 500 people per year in Africa.

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May 5th, 2020

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