Answer : A Hippopotamus is shorter than a Gemsbok
The average height of a Hippopotamus is 88 cm, (2 ft, 10.6 in ) while the average height of a Gemsbok is 120 cm, (3 ft, 11.2 in )
Name | Name:Hippopotamus | Name:Gemsbok |
Height | Height:88 cm, (2 ft, 10.6 in ) | Height:120 cm, (3 ft, 11.2 in ) |
| * Pygmy Hippopotamus - ranges from 75 to 100cm | |
Weight | Weight:200 kg, (441 lbs) | Weight:200 kg, (441 lbs) |
Top Speed | Top Speed:30 kph, (19 mph) | Top Speed:60 kph, (37 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years) | Lifespan in Wild (years):30 | Lifespan in Wild (years):18 |
Description | Description:Pygmy Hippopotamus is the mini version of the common or river hippo. It has a rounder and narrower head, a greenish-black, smooth layer of skin that secretes a pink fluid (blood sweat), which gives it a shiny look. It also acts like a sunscreen to prevent dehydration. | Description:The gemsbok is a type of very large antelope. It has straight horns which form a sharp V. They are native to southern African deserts. |
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Name:Hippopotamus |
Height:88 cm, (2 ft, 10.6 in ) |
* Pygmy Hippopotamus - ranges from 75 to 100cm |
Weight:200 kg, (441 lbs) |
Top Speed:30 kph, (19 mph) |
Lifespan in Wild (years):30 |
Description:Pygmy Hippopotamus is the mini version of the common or river hippo. It has a rounder and narrower head, a greenish-black, smooth layer of skin that secretes a pink fluid (blood sweat), which gives it a shiny look. It also acts like a sunscreen to prevent dehydration. |
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