2. HIPPOPOTAMUS
Hippos are large, semi-aquatic mammals
found in Africa.
They spend most of their time in rivers,
lakes, and swamps to keep cool.
Despite their size, hippos are excellent
swimmers and can hold their breath for
several minutes.
They are herbivores, grazing on grass at
night and resting in the water during the
day.
3. RHINOCEROS
Rhinos are large mammals with thick,
armor-like skin and one or two horns on
their noses.
They are herbivores and use their horns for
defense against predators and during
mating rituals.
Rhinos have poor eyesight but a strong
sense of smell and hearing.
They are endangered due to poaching for
their horns, which are falsely believed to
have medicinal properties.
4. ZEBRA
Zebras are striped horses native to Africa.
They have black and white stripes that help
confuse predators and regulate body
temperature.
Zebras live in groups called herds and graze
on grass in the savannas.
They are fast runners and can reach speeds
of up to 40 miles per hour.
5. LION
Lions are large, powerful cats known as the
"king of the jungle."
They live in groups called prides and are
skilled hunters, often hunting in packs.
Lions have a loud roar that can be heard
from miles away, used to communicate with
other lions.
They have a golden coat and males have a
mane around their necks.
6. GIRAFFE
Giraffes are the tallest land animals, with
long necks and spotted coats.
They use their long necks to reach high
branches and leaves for food.
Giraffes are gentle herbivores and live in the
savannas and grasslands of Africa.
They have a distinctive pattern on their
coats, which helps them blend into their
surroundings.
7. CHEETAH
Cheetahs are the fastest land animals,
capable of reaching speeds up to 60 miles
per hour in short bursts.
They have slender bodies, spotted coats,
and distinctive black "tear marks" running
down their faces.
Cheetahs are solitary hunters, relying on
their speed and agility to catch prey like
gazelles and impalas.
They are found in the grasslands and
savannas of Africa.
