Happy Hippo Walk Beside the Pond

A mama hippo stands beside her little boy, both smiling wide as they stroll along the edge of the water. Patches of grassy reeds poke up near their chunky legs, and puffy clouds float above their heads. Bushes and a leafy branch fill the background, making it feel like a gentle riverside day. The little hippo presses close to his mom, his tail flicking behind him in pure joy.

His round belly looks soft and huggable, and his tiny ears stick up, listening to every sound. The bright, open sky gives both hippos plenty of space to enjoy their outing. These two love being together, exploring the world and sharing nuzzles by the water.

Fun Fact!

If a hippo pod becomes too crowded, younger or weaker males may be forced to leave and find new territory.

Image Details

Coloring page of a big hippopotamus and her baby standing together near a pond, surrounded by bushes, grass, and clouds in the sky.


Coloring Tips

  1. 1 Try using two shades of gray for the hippos to show their skin folds.
  2. 2 Add touches of green for the grass and bushes.
  3. 3 Give the sky soft blue or even a sunset mix.
  4. 4 Color the pond with light blue and silly swirls.

Suggested Colors

Hippo Gray
Leafy Green
Pond Blue
Sunny Yellow
Sandy Tan

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