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Science Kids: Science Images: Hippopotamus
This photo shows a very large looking hippopotamus in a zoo. Found in Africa, the hippo is one of the largest land mammals in the world. Learn more about hippos by checking out our range of fun hippopotamus facts for kids.
Missouri Botanical Garden
Missouri Botanical Garden: The Taiga Biome
This resource offers a detailed overview of the taiga biome, including its locations, the types of plants and animals that live there, and other interesting facts.
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Ar Kive: Polar Bear (Ursus Maritimus)
The polar bear (Ursus maritimus) is the largest living land carnivore, with adult males growing up to 2.6 metres in length. The most well known of all bears, the polar bear is immediately recognisable from the distinctive white colour of...
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Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre: Research: Giant Short Faced Bear
Uncover discoveries from the past by learning about the prehistoric giant short-faced bear. Includes information about the time period, physical characteristics, fossil specimens, feeding habits, and habitat.
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Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre: Research: American Mastadon
Uncover discoveries from the past by learning about the prehistoric American mastodon. Includes information about the time period, physical characteristics, fossil specimens, feeding habits, and habitat.
The BIG zoo
The Big Zoo: Hippopotamus (Hippopotamus Amphibius)
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: Nature Wildfacts: Hippopotamus
This resource provides detailed information about hippopotamuses.
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Unesco: Japan: Shiretoko
Shiretoko Peninsula is located in the north-east of Hokkaido, the northernmost island of Japan. The site includes the land from the central part of the peninsula to its tip (Shiretoko Cape) and the surrounding marine area. It provides an...