5A+Jana+and+Mònica

= ANIMAL FILE =

Species: Hippo (hippopotamus amphibius) Scientific classification: The hippo is semi-aquatic and mammal Physical characteristics: The colour is grey. weight 3.5 tons Population and distribution: Sub-saharan Africa Habitat: hippopotamuses water deep enough to cover them, in rivers and lakes Feeding: Diet mainly comprises grass. hervivorous Life cycle: 50 years Breeding / Reproduction: gestation 240 dies Social structure: Over a strech of river and group of 5 to 30 females and young Predation and danger: humans, lions, crocodiles Relationship with humans: no Interesting facts: agressive animals