Hippo’s Big Yawn by the River

This friendly hippopotamus stands ankle-deep in water, tipping his head back for a mighty yawn. His round tummy nearly touches the puddles, and his tiny ears stick out to the sides. Wide open, his mouth shows off four big teeth and a floppy tongue, almost as wide as his whole face.

His chunky feet make gentle ripples in the water below, while a little smile sneaks up on one cheek. The day feels slow and peaceful, except for this huge yawn that stretches from one ear to the other. He looks like he just woke up from a nap—or maybe he’s ready for another one!

Fun Fact!

Pygmy hippos are shyer and more solitary than common hippos and live in the forests and swamps of West Africa.

Image Details

Coloring page of a cartoon hippopotamus standing in shallow water with its mouth wide open, showing its teeth and tongue.


Coloring Tips

  1. 1 Use light purple or gray for his round body.
  2. 2 Color his tongue and inside of his mouth with pink and red.
  3. 3 Try blue or green for the wavy water under his feet.
  4. 4 Add a yellow sun or grassy banks in the background.

Suggested Colors

Hippo Gray
Soft Pink
River Blue
Sunny Yellow
Leafy Green

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