The hippopotamus, commonly called "hippo," is the third-largest living land animal. ... Due to hippos' dense bone structure and heavy bodies, hippos sink in water, according to BBC Earth.

The Melbourne Zoo in Australia shares footage of the most adorable pygmy hippo taking its first swim in the big pool with its ...

Did you know the word "hippopotamus" comes from the ancient Greek for "river horse"? But don't let that fool you; this big, lumbering mammal is anything but a horse. In fact, it's one of the most ...

Did you know the word "hippopotamus" comes from the ancient Greek for "river horse"? But don't let that fool you; this big, lumbering mammal is anything but a horse. In fact, it's one of the most ...

Zimbabwe safari guide Paul Templer survived a brutal hippopotamus attack in 1996. Here’s what you should know about one of Africa’s most intriguing – and dangerous – animals.

Husband of N.J. woman killed by hippo during African ‘bush walk’ sues tour company. Updated: ... 2024, when a partially submerged hippo suddenly charged from the water and raced toward her.