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The Secretive Pygmy Hippopotamus

Zoology

Explore the unique characteristics, behaviors, and conservation status of the Pygmy Hippopotamus compared to its larger Nile hippo relative.

Wildlife Biology Conservation
5 Questions Medium Ages 8+ Apr 10, 2026

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1 How does the height of a Pygmy hippo compare to a Nile hippo?
  • A It is the same height
  • B It is half the height
  • C It is twice the height
  • D It is one-third the height
2 What fraction of a Nile hippo's weight is a Pygmy hippo?
  • A One half
  • B One tenth
  • C One fifth
  • D One quarter
3 Unlike Nile hippos that live in pods, Pygmy hippos are usually:
  • A Highly social
  • B Living in pairs
  • C Solitary and shy
  • D Migratory
4 Why are Pygmy hippo toes less webbed than those of Nile hippos?
  • A They spend more time on land
  • B They are better swimmers
  • C They climb trees
  • D They live in sandy deserts
5 Pygmy hippos can go for months without making a sound, but what is their main sound?
  • A A loud roar
  • B A high-pitched whistle
  • C A loud exhalation or huff
  • D A deep bark
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