"Hippopotamidae" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The Hippopotamidae family, commonly known as hippos, is a group of large semi-aquatic mammals that are found in rivers, lakes, and swamps in Africa. They are herbivores and are characterized by their large body size, short legs, and distinctive barrel-shaped bodies. Hippos are able to hold their breath underwater for up to five minutes and can run at speeds of up to 18 miles per hour on land.
Hippophagous refers to being a horse-eater or a flesh eater that feeds on horses. It is often used to describe carnivorous species of animals that prey on horses.