Fun Fact!
Hippos spend most of their day, up to 16 hours, submerged in rivers, lakes, and swamps to keep their huge bodies cool under the hot African sun.
Image Details
Coloring page of a mother hippopotamus and her baby standing in shallow water, both facing forward with gentle smiles.
Coloring Tips
- 1 Use soft gray for the hippos, but try a touch of pink for the baby’s cheeks and ears.
- 2 Blend light blue and white for the pond water around their feet.
- 3 Add green swirls for grass or water plants near the edge.
- 4 Outline the hippo toes and noses with a darker crayon for extra pop.
Suggested Colors
Pale Gray
Baby Pink
Soft Blue
Fresh Green
Muddy Brown
