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Mammal ยท Freshwater
Hippopotamus
Hippopotamus amphibius
Meet the animal
Life as a hippopotamus
Hippopotamuses spend hot days in African rivers and graze on land mainly after sunset.
Amazing adaptation
Built to survive
Eyes, ears and nostrils sit high on the head so most of the body can remain underwater.
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Surprising fact
Hippos produce a reddish oily skin fluid that helps protect against sunlight and germs.