Fun Fact!
Hippos use their short, flat tails to scatter their dung (poop) around, which is a way male hippos mark their territory.
Image Details
Coloring page of a hippopotamus made of geometric shapes and thick lines, showing a standing hippo facing slightly left.
Coloring Tips
- 1 Try coloring each blocky section a different color for a patchwork hippo.
- 2 Use soft blues and purples for a gentle river look.
- 3 Add wavy lines or dots inside shapes for extra texture.
- 4 Make the background a splashy river or bright jungle.
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