n.河马

原形：hippopotamus复数：hippopotamuses

The hippopotamus is a large, mostly herbivorous mammal native to Africa.
河马是一种主要以植物为食的大型哺乳动物，原产于非洲。
Hippos are known for spending most of their day submerged in water to keep cool.
河马因大部分时间都泡在水里以保持凉爽而闻名。
Despite their bulky appearance, hippos can run surprisingly fast on land.
尽管外表笨重，河马在陆地上奔跑的速度出奇地快。
The hippopotamus is one of the most dangerous animals in Africa due to its aggressive behavior.
由于其攻击性行为，河马是非洲最危险的动物之一。
Hippos have a unique skin secretion that acts as a natural sunscreen and antibiotic.
河马有一种独特的皮肤分泌物，可作为天然防晒剂和抗生素。
Baby hippos are born underwater but can swim to the surface to breathe immediately.
河马宝宝出生在水下，但能立即游到水面呼吸。
These massive creatures can weigh up to 3,000 kilograms, making them the third-largest living land mammal.
这些巨大的生物体重可达3000公斤，是现存第三大陆地哺乳动物。
Hippos have large, sharp tusks that they use for territorial fights and defense.
河马有大而锋利的獠牙，用于领地争斗和防御。
In some African cultures, the hippopotamus is considered a symbol of strength and power.
在一些非洲文化中，河马被认为是力量和权力的象征。
Conservation efforts are crucial for the hippopotamus as they face threats from habitat loss and poaching.
保护工作对河马至关重要，因为它们正面临着栖息地丧失和偷猎的威胁。