HIPPO

Hippopotamus amphibious (hippopotamus)

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Hippo

Animal

Name: Hippo
gender: male
Animal specie: Hippopotamus amphibious (hippopotamus)
Habitat: swamp

About It

Nutrition: Herbivorous
Food Offered: Aquatic_plants
Food Qty: 3.0KG
Date Of Check-Up: January 10, 2026

Veterinary Observation

Subject: Hippo - Appearance: Barrel-shaped torso; smooth, hairless grey-pink skin. - Mouth: Massive gape (up to 150 degrees); tusks are long and sharp. - Head: Eyes, ears, and nostrils are positioned on top of the skull. - Feet: Four-toed, semi-webbed structure for weight distribution. - Skin: Secretes "blood sweat" (reddish hipposudoric acid) for protection.

Mood Animal: Healthy

Optional Animal Details

Male Common Hippopotamus. Status: healthy. BCS: 4/5. Skin hydration is optimal; "blood sweat" secretion is active. Dental: Lower canines are clear of abscesses; correct alignment. Respiratory: Normal breath-holding cycles observed (up to 5 min). Gastrointestinal: Heavy grazing activity; no signs of bloat. Stable in swamp/riverine habitat.