Hippos can launch themselves airborne for split seconds at a time, surprising scientists

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A hippo stands on the grass
When hippos run, they become airborne for a split second, lifting all their feet off the ground.

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Rare Baby Pygmy Hippo Stars in Zoo Photoshoot

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A zoo in the Czech Republic is so excited about its newest arrival that it arranged a special photoshoot. Meet Mikolas the pygmy hippo, born December 1 at Dvur Kralove Zoo.

A tour guide recalls the terrifying moment he was swallowed by a hippo and had his arm crushed

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An aggressive hippo is seen among a pod opening his mouth threateningly.
An agressive hippo seen in the Serengeti, Tanzania.

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