WASHINGTON DC, United States — A hippopotamus exhibit at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington DC. The museum, located on the National Mall, houses one of the world's most extensive natural history collections. The hippopotamus display is part of the museum's mammal hall, showcasing diverse wildlife from around the globe.
Photograph by David Coleman. The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, located on the National Mall in Washington DC, is one of the most visited natural history museums in the world. Established in 1910, it houses an vast collection of over 146 million specimens and artifacts. The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of natural history topics, including geology, paleontology, anthropology, and biology. The hippopotamus exhibit is part of the Kenneth E. Behring Family Hall of Mammals, which showcases over 274 mammal specimens in lifelike poses. This hall, opened in 2003, provides visitors with a comprehensive look at mammalian adaptations and evolution. The hippopotamus, or Hippopotamus amphibius, is a large, semiaquatic mammal native to sub-Saharan Africa. Known for their massive size and aggressive behavior, hippos are considered one of the most dangerous large land animals in Africa. The museum's display likely includes information about the hippo's habitat, behavior, and conservation status, as the species is currently listed as vulnerable due to habitat loss and poaching.
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Location: National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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