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Introduction

The name Hippo originates from the Greek word ippop`otamos which means River Horse. Hippos are among the deadliest mammals both on land and on water. They are herbivorous in nature and they graze during the night hence nocturnal feeders. But what do we really know about these creatures that play an important role in Mother Nature’s ecosystem? Well, let me be the one to tell you a few fun facts about these beautiful gifts of nature. Here are a few facts you should know about them;

1. Hippos can neither swim nor float in water

It is common knowledge that hippos spend a lot of their time in water. You would think that…

There are three distinct species of Zebras in the world. They include the plain zebras, mountain zebras and the Grevy Zebra which is also known as the Desert Zebras. Here are a few facts you did not know about them.

1. Their stripes are an adaptation against Tsetse Flies

I know most of you think that the zebra stripes are meant to be an adaptation against predators. But besides that, did you know that Zebras Stripes are also an adaptation against Tse Tse fly and heat regulation. Studies show that these markings on their bodies automatically repel the insects and this makes it safe for them to graze in Tsetse fly infested environments….

Many of us assume that Rhinos are just Rhinos. Mostly, we know that they are an endangered species and the most spectacular of wildlife. But what do we really know about these beautiful wild creatures? Here are a few things you probably didn’t know about Black and White Rhinos.

1. White Rhinos have Wide Lips while Black Rhinos have Narrow Lips

White Rhinos have wide lips because they are grazers and this makes it easy to feed on the grasslands. On the other hand, Black Rhinos have narrow lips mainly because they are browsers, making it easy for them to forage in the scrubby bush. Therefore, if you did not know this you…

1. The Females are the Main Hunters in a Pride

Good news to all feminists out there! The female lions are the main hunters in a pride. They hunt in groups and the females are the forerunners in the hunting game. They are also faster than male lions. So if you are inspired by the lionesses, you got a good inspiration.

2. An Adult male Lions Roar can be heard up to 8kms away

How cool is that?  The roar of an adult male lion can be heard in as far as 8kms away and now you know that too.

3. Lion Cubs are Born with…