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What kind of animal is a hippo? Explaining the characteristics, ecology, and habitat
We will explain the characteristics, ecology, and habitat of hippos. Hippos are the second largest land animal after elephants. Their eyes, ears, and nostrils are located on the upper side of their faces, allowing them to breathe even when their bodies are underwater by exposing only their eyes and noses to the surface. This is a popular animal at zoos, so I would like to introduce it to you.