Wild animal Control Behavior and Facts
The pygmy hippopotamus is a small species native to Liberia, the Ivory Coast, and Sierra Leone in West Africa. Although pygmy hippopotamuses are much smaller than their close relatives, the common hippos are still capable of causing severe injuries. Though they are not as aggressive as common hippos, they will defend themselves if they feel threatened. […]
The term “apex predator” describes an animal that sits at the top of the food chain with no natural predators. These creatures are typically large and powerful, with a diet mainly consisting of other animals. Given their impressive prowess, you might think that hippos would be considered apex predators. However, this is not the case. Although they […]
While it is true that hippos are most active at night, they are not technically nocturnal animals. Instead, they are called crepuscular, which means they are most active at dawn and dusk. This is likely because hippos spend much of their day wallowing in rivers and lakes, and the night’s coolness helps them stay calm […]
Anyone who has seen a hippo up close can attest that they are massive animals. Their thick skin and huge teeth seem more suited to tearing flesh than giving birth. So it may come as a surprise to learn that hippos do not lay eggs. Instead, they give birth to live young. Baby hippos are […]
Hippos and rhinos are closely related, yet are they indeed? Rhinos are more closely related to horses than they are to hippos. Because of their similar appearances and behaviors, they may appear to be close relatives. Both animals can travel in groups, stay near water sources, and share a similar body shape. The most significant […]
Hippos are territorial animals, and fights between them to defend their location and mating rights are not uncommon. When male hippos attempt to court females or claim territory, they become violent. Male hippos make a roaring noise to warn of intruders approaching their territory. They also employ their huge tusks as a weapon against opponents and rivals. […]
Did you know that hippos are the third largest land mammal globally? Or that their closest living relatives are whales and dolphins? Hippos are fascinating creatures, and this post will teach you some interesting facts about them that you may not have known before. So keep reading to learn more! 1) Hippos can’t jump. Hippos […]
Yes. A mother hippo will spend hours a day in water during the week before she gives birth so that her weight can support the newborn calf. The newborn hippo is carried out of the water by its mother as soon as possible, with her head. However, to begin with, it is less developed than […]
That’s a question long debated by experts in wildlife conservation. And while there is no definitive answer, the latest research suggests that hippos may actually be more deadly than lions. In this recent article, we have found that Hippos kill more people annually than lions. Hippos are more aggressive and territorial than lions and can attack […]
Despite being herbivores, adults Hippos have very few predators due to their size and defenses, though lions occasionally take their young. They are one of the most dangerous animals that you can encounter in the water. They have kill rates that rival all other big animal species combined, and they have no fear on land either. Females can fend […]
