Although hippopotamuses cannot swim particularly well, they spend nearly all day in the water. They cannot simply drift along, because they're just too heavy. If they wish to cross a river, they allow themselves to sink to the bottom and walk along the river bed to the other shore. Features - Premium Quality - Motif: Hippopotamus - Highly Detailed - Great for Fun Playtime Fun Fact Hippopotamuses can hold their breath underwater for up to 30 minutes. Scientific Facts - Scientific Name: Hippopotamus Amphibius - Global Home: Africa - Primary Habitat: Wetlands