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Mammals Of The World: Hippopotamus

The Hippopotamus(Hippopotamus amphibius), often shortened to Hippo (pl.: Hippos), is a large semiaquatic mammal that lives in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Hippopotamus is also known as the Common Hippopotamus, Nile Hippopotamus, or River Hippopotamus. The Hippopotamus is classified in the mammalian order Artiodactyla and family Hippopotamidae


Physical Characteristics

A Hippo’s body is typically brownish-pink. A Hippo’s eyes, ears, and nostrils are located high on the crown of their skulls; this is advantageous because these organs remain above the surface while the rest of the body is under water. Hippos have webbed toes. The average length of a Hippopotamus is … Continue

Hip hip-po ray, Hodor is four today!

Hodor the hippo turns four today – 21 July 2021 – and keepers gave him some of his favourite fruit and veg to celebrate. Here he is sharing his birthday treats with mum Lola in the sunshine. Look out for our hippos when you visit the Zoo this summer. And become a member for great days out with amazing animals at both of our Zoos, for a whole year!