Floating hippo poop
Poop spraying

Why Do Hippos Spray Poop? Impressive Social Behaviour!

By nature, hippos are very territorial. Male hippos spray poop to mark their territory and impress the female hippopotamuses. The dominant male hippos create an area for themselves in water bodies of…

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A hippo in the water
How hippos swim

Can Hippos Swim? (Special Technique Explained)

No, hippos can't swim in the water. Even though they love water and spend most of their time submerged in it, hippos cannot swim traditionally. Hippos can stay underwater for…

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A hippo walking into the water with a bird on its back in South Africa
Hippo in South Africa

Where Do Hippos Live? (Location And Habitat)

Hippopotamuses live in Africa. They spend about 16 hours a day submerged in water to stay cool, moist and out of the sun. During the night, they graze on food.…

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Elephant in a mud bath
Mud Bath

Why Do Elephants Bath in The Mud? Three Reasons Why!

Elephants like to roll around in the mud because it helps them cool off. It also protects their skin from insect bites and protects them against the sun's rays. The…

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Elephant with trunk up coming towards camera
Elephant Greeting

Are Elephants Friendly? Or Can Emotions Run High?

Elephants can be friendly, but they can also be dangerous. They are large, powerful animals and can be unpredictable. Just how friendly an elephant is towards you depends on that…

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Elephant with tusk in the air and mountains behind him
Can elephants jump

How To Tell If an Elephant Is Happy? “Tell-Tale Signs.”

You can tell whether an elephant is happy just by observing its body language. If you take some time to watch these gentle giants keenly, it will be easier to…

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Three African honey bees and an African elephant
African Honey Bees

What Is An Elephant Afraid Of? It’s Not What You Think, Squeak Squeak!

Elephants can fear loud noises, sudden movements, unfamiliar objects, and some predators if alone, such as lions and tigers. They can also be scared of unfamiliar people and environments. However,…

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