High Five Facts - Hippo Choca Esos Cinco - Hipopótamo

The video provides an overview of hippos, highlighting their size as the second largest land animals after elephants. It discusses their unique ability to walk underwater and hold their breath for up to five minutes. Despite their seemingly docile appearance, hippos are among the most dangerous mammals, with long teeth and aggressive behavior. At night, they leave the water to feed on land, covering distances of up to five miles. Hippos have adaptations like eyes, nose, and ears on top of their heads for submerged breathing and secrete an oily red liquid to protect their skin from the sun.

Which animal is considered the largest land animal, surpassing the hippo?

• Giraffe

• Buffalo

• Elephant

• Rhinoceros

How long can hippos hold their breath underwater?

• 5 minutes

• 3 minutes

• 2 minutes

• 10 minutes

What is the maximum length of a hippo's teeth?

• 10 inches

• 25 inches

• 15 inches

• 20 inches

How far can hippos travel on land at night?

• 7 miles

• 3 miles

• 10 miles

• 5 miles

What unique substance do hippos secrete to protect their skin?

• Oily red liquid

• Dry powder

• Thick mucus

• Clear gel