There are two hippo species found in Africa. The common hippo (also known as the large hippo), found in East Africa, occurs south of the Sahara. The other much smaller species of hippo is the pygmy hippopotamus. It is limited to very restricted ranges in West Africa, it is a shy, solitary forest dwelling animal and is endangered.
There are two hippo species found in Africa. The common hippo (also known as the large hippo), found in East Africa, occurs south of the Sahara. The other much smaller species of hippo is the pygmy hippopotamus. It is limited to very restricted ranges in West Africa, it is a shy, solitary forest dwelling animal and is endangered.