Hippopotamuses, also known as happy hippo day , love water and are the third largest land mammal after elephants and rhinoceroses. These mud-lovers are famous for their wide-opening mouths and their tusks, which they use to ward off rivals or to fight humans or other animals that they perceive as threats. The hippopotamus is not only an icon of African folklore and an important part of the ecosystem, but they are also threatened by habitat loss and poaching for their meat and ivory teeth. World Hippo Day, celebrated on February 15, reminds us to appreciate these amazing creatures and to support the organizations that are working hard to ensure that hippos will be around for a long time.

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Fiona, a baby hippo at Cincinnati Zoo, is making great progress toward becoming a full-term hippo. She’s come a long way since she was born prematurely on January 24, weighing only 29 pounds, which is tiny for her species. She’s now a healthy 41 pounds and has graduated to the larger pool for strength-building exercises.

Despite their fearsome reputation, hippos are gentle giants that play an important role in their habitat and help to aerate the water. They’re herbivores, which means they only eat plants, and their grazing helps to control the growth of aquatic plants and prevent floods.

If you want to celebrate World Hippo Day, consider watching a movie that features these lovable animals. There are lots of great choices, including “Madagascar.” You can also learn more about the plight of hippos by donating to a charity that works to save these beautiful mammals.

Written by warnertv