Includes bibliographical references (page 23) and index.
Contents:
Hello hippo! -- Hippos' home and habitat -- Hippos' huge bodies -- Adapted for aquatic life -- Bloats and babies -- Fearful bite force -- Beastly battles -- Hippos and humans -- Hippos help their ecosystem.
Summary:
"Hippos are perhaps the most surprising animals in this series. They are, after all, herbivores, not carnivores or even omnivores. And their huge body and short, fat legs make them look slow moving. But these enormous animals are surprisingly speedy and aggressive and equipped with an immensely powerful bite. Young readers will be enthralled with what they discover about this popular animal in this engaging volume. Accessible text addresses important science concepts, while colorful photographs bring the text to life. Photo captions, fact boxes, and a graphic organizer enhance the main text"-- provided by publisher.
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