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Hippopotamuses are large, semiaquatic mammals native to sub-Saharan Africa. Although their name comes from the Greek for “river horse”—because of the time they spend in the water—their closest living relatives are whales, dolphins, and pigs. They can’t swim, breathe underwater, or even float—but they have developed a tactic that lets them nap underwater.
These huge herbivores are known for their enormous teeth, aggressive nature, and the myth that they sweat blood. Here’s what you need to know about one of Africa’s most dangerous animals.
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