Hippopotamus in a Shallow River
A large hippopotamus wades through shallow river water near a muddy bank in its natural African freshwater habitat.
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The Large Hippopotamus in Shallow River Water
Hippopotamuses spend a major part of their day submerged in freshwater environments like shallow rivers and riverbanks. These massive semi-aquatic mammals rely on water bodies to cool their thick skin and stay comfortable during warm hours in river habitats.
River Habits of Freshwater Mammals
While resting in shallow river channels, hippos can hold their breath underwater for up to five minutes at a time. Spending hours immersed in river currents prevents their sensitive skin from drying out under direct sunlight.
Natural Colors of the Hippopotamus and River Environment
- Skin of the hippopotamus: grayish brown on the back with pinkish skin tones around the eyes and ears
- Shallow river water: murky green, muddy brown, or clear blue depending on sediment
- Riverbank soil: dark brown or tan clay
- Submerged riverbed mud: deep grayish brown