HUEY HIPPOPOTAMUS #02338

The word hippopotamus comes from two Greek words that mean “river horse.” There are two species of hippopotamuses. The smaller species, called the pygmy hippo, stands barely waist-high to an adult human. Its bigger relative—known as the river or common hippopotamus or, simply, hippopotamus—is one of the world's largest and heaviest land animals, weighing up to about 8,800 lbs. Although strictly a plant eater, the hippopotamus has massive jaws with formidable tusks. It is said that he also has an unpredictable temperament and is capable of biting through small boats and slicing crocodiles in two. Huey here says that this is all nonsense. He looks nothing like a horse; he's 12 inches tall and weighs 1/2 lb.; he loves everyone and he never, never, never eats anything bigger than his head! A good rule for all of us!

Aurora World, Inc.

$9.95

HIPPOPOTAMUS #NP8231

This beautiful Hand Puppet is 22 inches long. Puppeteer inserts hand into slot on underside and up into head for very realistic mouth action.

Sunny * Co. Toys, Inc.

$33.95

#2528 RHINOCEROS

Although rhinos have a bad reputation for being aggressive, most rhinos are gentle and timid and get startled easily. They have poor eyesight but their hearing and sense of smell are acute. If they attack, they usually rely on their sense of smell rather than sight. Heavy animals are not normally quick but the rhino, despite its bulky body, is remarkably agile! This Hand Puppet Rhinocerous is 22 inches long.

Folkmanis, Inc.

$31.95