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To stay cool in the African heat, hippos spend most of their day in rivers and lakes. Their eyes, nose, and ears are located on the top of their head, which means they can see and breathe while the rest of their bodies are under water. How Hippos Keep Their Cool
Danger!
Use the code to discover some facts about hippos. The Hippo Code
Don’t let their gentle appearance fool you. The hippopotamus is considered the world’s deadliest large land mammal. These giants kill an estimated 500 people per year in Africa.
= COW = TUSK
= CALF = RIVER
= BULL = HORSE
What does the word hippopotamus mean? Q: A:
Help me nd some grass to munch!
Q: What is a baby hippo called? A:
Hippos leave the water at night to look for food. They like to eat grasses— lots of grass. They eat 80 lbs (35 kg) of vegetation each night.
Hippos are found in these regions of Africa.
Q: What is a female hippo called? A:
Q: What is a male hippo called? A:
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