16 Hippo Coloring Pages

The name hippopotamus comes from Greek words meaning river horse, though hippos are actually more closely related to whales than to horses. They spend most of the day in rivers and lakes in Africa to stay cool, then come out at night to graze on grass. Hippos produce a reddish oily liquid on their skin that works like a natural sunscreen. This collection gives hippos a playful personality. A hippo wears a backpack, dances as a ballerina, carries a bouquet, holds a crown and wand, hugs a heart and enjoys an ice cream. A baby hippo and two cute hippo pages are perfect for preschoolers. Real hippos are gray to purplish brown with pinkish skin around the eyes, ears and belly. Kids can blend gray and pink for a soft look. Tutus, crowns and bouquets add chances for bright colors. Blue water and green grass make a simple background. These pages are great for animal lovers and dress-up fans.