P5 Hippopotamus Information

Life span: live up to 45 years easily

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Closest relatives: whales and dolphins

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most aggressive animal in the world: bad temper

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live in rivers and lakes in Africa

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can stay under the water to for 5 minutes

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eyes, ears: near the top of the head

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length: 4 metres

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teeth: sharp, can reach 20 inches in length

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live in groups: about 10-30 animals

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mammal: 3rd largest

land mammal

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