Have you ever heard of a baby hippo? They are some of the cutest and most interesting animals in the whole animal kingdom. A baby hippo is called a "calf." They are born with a bit of a reddish color and are very small compared to their parents.

How big are baby hippos when they are born? Baby hippos are usually about 80 to 110 pounds and about 3 feet long when they are born. They are quite big for a baby, but they grow even bigger!

Baby hippos live in rivers, lakes, and swamps with their families in Africa. They love to swim and play in the water. They drink their mom's milk when they are very young. As they grow up, they start eating plants just like their mom and dad.

How do baby hippos stay safe?Baby hippos are very close to their moms. The mom hippo is very protective and will keep her baby safe from danger. The baby hippo will even ride on her back sometimes when they are in the water.

Baby hippos are known for being very playful and curious. They love to swim, splash around, and play with other baby hippos. Baby hippos stay with their moms for about two to three years. During this time, they learn how to be a big hippo.

Baby hippos are usually friendly with other baby hippos and their family. But remember, they are wild animals, so it's important to keep a safe distance if you ever see one in the wild. Well, let's learn how to draw a baby hippo!

SUPPLIES NEEDED:

√ Draw a Baby Hippo PDF (Click to download for free.)

√ Drawing Papers (You can get it easily and I would say almost any paper can be used.)

√ Pencils / Markers / Crayons / Watercolors (Remember to use a pen with a fine tip when outlining.)

FOR WHOM:

Preschoolers and kids of all ages

TIME NEEDED:

About 0.5 hour

INSTRUCTIONS:

How to Draw a Baby Hippo Step by Step

Step 1 Draw the ears of this hippo.

Step 2 Draw the inner ears of this hippo.

Step 3 Outline the head of this baby hippo.

Step 4 Draw the round eyes of this baby hippo.

Step 5 Draw the nose and mouth of this baby hippo.

Step 6 Outline the body of this hippo.

Step 7 Draw one leg of this hippo.

Step 8 Draw another leg of this hippo.

Step 9 Simply color this baby hippo.

Guys, have you learned how to draw a baby hippo yet?