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What's the deadliest animal in Africa? It's not the lion or the crocodile--it's the hippopotamus! Hippos have razor-sharp tusks, weigh as much as fifty men, and can run twenty-five miles per hour! Follow these hefty hulks as they glide underwater, play tug-of-war, swat balls of dung at one another, and nuzzle their young in the mud. Just don't get too close--they could chomp you in two!

Examines the physical characteristics, behavior, lifestyle, and natural environment of the hippopotamus.

"Fascinating images accompany information about the hippopotamus. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by publisher.

"Wallow in the hippopotamus's world with this nature title for middle-grade wildlife lovers. Informational text pairs with a narrative about a single hippo family to spotlight the wild animal's life cycle, supported by infographics and a timeline of developmental milestones."-- Provided by publisher.

Provides information about hippopotamuses, including anatomy, young, and aggressiveness.

Follows a baby hippopotamus after he is born in the water and eventually meets his herd on the land. Describes the appearance, characteristics, diet, daily life, and hunting skills of hippos. Features an hippopotamus diagram, a glossary, a map, and book and Internet resources.

Join expert biologist Hippy Thomas to learn all about hippos. Explore the rivers and lakes these mammals call home, learn all about their plant diet, discover their life cycle from young calves, and more. Fun illustrations paired with real photos bring the world of the hippos to life. Soon you'll be a hippo expert, too!

Hippos seem to be slow, big, and harmless, but don't be fooled! They are one of the most dangerous land animals in the world. Closely related to dolphins, the semi-aquatic hippo is a remarkable creature in many ways. Dive into the incredible world of animals in this exciting series for young readers! Each book explores the unique features, habitats, and behaviors of some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. From the deep oceans to the lush...