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What is the purpose of a hippo's long intestinal tract?
What is the purpose of a hippo's long intestinal tract?
- To aid in digestion and nutrient absorption (correct)
- To help them run faster
- To help them camouflage in water
- To regulate body temperature
Why do hippos leave the water and head to the grasslands at dusk?
Why do hippos leave the water and head to the grasslands at dusk?
- To avoid predators in the water
- To exercise their legs
- To find spots to graze on grasses (correct)
- To play with other hippos
How much food can a hippo consume in about five to six hours of grazing at night?
How much food can a hippo consume in about five to six hours of grazing at night?
- 10 pounds
- 150 pounds
- 50 pounds
- 90 pounds (correct)
How do hippos' feeding habits impact the environment?
How do hippos' feeding habits impact the environment?
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What happens to the grooves left by hippos when they graze during the rainy season?
What happens to the grooves left by hippos when they graze during the rainy season?
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