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2. Hope the little hippo stays sweet as he grows.

Thu Jun 4, 2026, 12:26 AM

Jun 4

They're so cute (even the adults), but apparently not known for being safe for humans and others.

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Orphan baby hippo [View all] Figarosmom Jun 3 OP

All babies are precious.. no matter the species Deuxcents Jun 3 #1

Hope the little hippo stays sweet as he grows. summer_in_TX Jun 4 #2

One of the most vicious and dangerous animals on earth. Emile Jun 4 #6

I've heard that. summer_in_TX Jun 6 #7

Wonderful oasis Jun 4 #3

Cuteness may be the greatest survival strategy of all nuxvomica Jun 4 #4

How sweet Grim Chieftain Jun 4 #5