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Young hippos typically stay with their mother until they reach maturity at about 7.5 to 8 years. Young adult hippos interact with each other through chasing, playing tag, jumping in the water, and engaging in play fighting. It’s like a watery playground out there!
April 10, 2025 at 6:32 AM
Young hippos typically stay with their mother until they reach maturity at about 7.5 to 8 years. Young adult hippos interact with each other through chasing, playing tag, jumping in the water, and engaging in play fighting. It’s like a watery playground out there!
All the hens put their eggs in the nest of the dominant hen. She and the alpha male take turns incubating the eggs, each of which can weigh as much as three pounds (1.4 kg). The eggs incubate for 35 to 45 days.
April 9, 2025 at 8:20 AM
All the hens put their eggs in the nest of the dominant hen. She and the alpha male take turns incubating the eggs, each of which can weigh as much as three pounds (1.4 kg). The eggs incubate for 35 to 45 days.