Pygmy hippopotamus - Wikipedia
The pygmy hippopotamus or pygmy hippo (Choeropsis liberiensis) is a small hippopotamid which is native to the forests and swamps of West Africa, primarily in Liberia, with small populations …
Pygmy Hippopotamus - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants
Not only are pygmy hippos much smaller than common river hippos, but they are much rarer, found only in the interior forests in parts of West Africa, mainly confined to Liberia, with small …
Pygmy Hippo - Facts, Diet, Habitat & Pictures on Animalia.bio
The Pygmy hippo (Choeropsis liberiensis or Hexaprotodon liberiensis) is a small hippopotamid native to the forests and swamps of West Africa. It is one of only two extant species in the …
What Are Pygmy Hippos and Why Are They So Rare? - twpark.com
Aug 18, 2025 · The pygmy hippopotamus (Choeropsis liberiensis) is a smaller, forest-dwelling relative of the common hippopotamus. Native to the dense forests and swamps of West Africa, …
Hippopotamus - Pygmy, Endangered, Nocturnal | Britannica
Sep 30, 2025 · Hippopotamus - Pygmy, Endangered, Nocturnal: The pygmy hippopotamus is about the size of a domestic pig and is less aquatic and gregarious than its larger relative; it …
'Doing incredibly well': Baby Pygmy Hippo makes debut at John …
1 day ago · GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Hugo the baby Pygmy Hippo stole hearts when he was born in September at the John Ball Zoo. Now he's at it again, this time making his public debut …
7 Fascinating Facts About Pygmy Hippos | World Wildlife Fund
Pygmy hippos are rare, shy, and surprisingly fast. Learn 7 fun facts about these endangered animals and how WWF works to protect their forest habitats.
Pygmy Hippopotamus - Facts, Habitat, Diet, Life Cycle, Pictures
All about the Pygmy Hippo - characteristics, life expectancy, distribution, behavior, diet, predators, interesting facts, and much more.
Meet the Pygmy Hippopotamus: The Tiny, Shy, and Utterly …
What Is a Pygmy Hippo? The pygmy hippopotamus (Choeropsis liberiensis or Hexaprotodon liberiensis) is a miniature version of the common hippo. But this isn’t just a baby or a scaled …
John Ball Zoo’s first-ever pygmy hippo calf makes public debut
1 day ago · GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Hugo the pygmy hippo calf, one of John Ball Zoo’s newest and most notable residents, made his public debut to zoo members. The members-only …