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San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Hippotpotamus

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource presents detailed information about the hippotpotamus, including several photos and an audio clip.
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National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Animals: Hippopotamus

For Students 3rd - 8th
Multi-media National Geographic site includes video and audio clips about hippopotamuses. Fun facts are great for students doing research projects and you can send a postcard to a friend.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius)

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of Hippopotamus Amphibius, more commonly known as the Hippopotamus.
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The BIG zoo

The Big Zoo: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius)

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a general overview of the hippopotamus. Content takes a look at what this animal eats, where it lives, who its predators are, and more. Several audio and video clips are also available.
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BBC

Bbc: Nature Wildfacts: Hippopotamus

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides detailed information about hippopotamuses.
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Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo: River Hippopotamus

For Students 9th - 10th
The Denver Zoo provides an in-depth overview of the river hippopotamus highlighting its habitat, range, adaptations, diet, physical characteristics, and more.
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Smithsonian Institution

National Museum of Natural History: Hall of Mammals: Hippopotamus

For Students 9th - 10th
Brief overview of the hippopotamus and accompanying photos demonstrate the physical adaptations that allow this animal to survive in its habitat.