Science for Kids: All About Hippos

Hippopotamus or is often shortened as Hippo are mammals. They’re the third largest mammal. Hippopotamus means “river horse” in Greek.

Hippos live in Africa. They are one of the most dangerous animals in Africa.

A male hippo is called a bull.
A female hippo is called a cow.
A baby hippo is called a calf.

Hippos have short legs, a bug mouth and a body that is shaped like a barrel. Continue reading