Height: 120-160 cm
Weight: 1300-3200 kg
Color: Grey
Lifespan: 40-50 years
Diet: Herbivore
Habitat: Rivers, Lakes
Predators: Lions, Crocodiles
Average Speed: 25 km/h
Countries Found: Sub-Saharan Africa
Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Family: Hippopotamidae
Gestation Period: 230-250 days
Top Speed: 30 km/h
Social Structure: Group-based
Offspring per Birth: 1
About the Hippopotamus
The Hippopotamus is a member of the Hippopotamidae family. It is primarily found in Sub-Saharan Africa and inhabits Rivers, Lakes. This animal has a lifespan of 40-50 years and is known for its Grey color. Its diet consists of Herbivore, and it faces threats from Lions, Crocodiles. The Hippopotamus has an average speed of 25 km/h and can reach a top speed of 30 km/h.
The Hippopotamus has a Group-based social structure and gives birth to 1 offspring after a gestation period of 230-250 days. Its conservation status is currently Vulnerable.
Did You Know?
- Interesting fact about Hippopotamus Lifespan