Exploring the World of Hippopotamuses
HippoWorlds is an independent website dedicated to hippopotamuses. We explore their biology, behavior, evolution, conservation, and relationship with humans, making information about these remarkable animals accessible to curious readers.
From questions about hippo anatomy and behavior to comparisons with other animals, our goal is to provide useful, engaging articles grounded in reliable sources.
Our Story
HippoWorlds started in 2014 as a collection of facts about hippopotamuses. Over the years, it has grown into a website covering a broader range of topics, from the biology of living hippo species to their evolutionary history, conservation, and place in human culture.
Our focus remains on helping readers understand hippopotamuses through clear explanations, research, and exploration of the questions people find most interesting.
Who Is Behind HippoWorlds?
HippoWorlds is independently owned and edited by Jorge Bastos, who has been writing and managing the site’s content since 2019.
I’m not a biologist or wildlife researcher. I’m an independent publisher with a strong interest in hippopotamuses and a commitment to researching the subject and sharing useful information with readers.
The site’s content is researched and reviewed editorially, drawing on scientific studies, institutional publications, and other relevant sources. Our aim is to make this information easier to understand without presenting ourselves as scientific experts.
How We Research Our Articles
We use scientific studies, institutional publications, and other relevant sources to research the subjects covered on HippoWorlds.
We aim to present information clearly, distinguish established findings from uncertainty, and provide references that allow readers to explore important claims in greater detail.
Articles are reviewed by the site’s editor before publication. We do not have a formal external review process involving independent scientific specialists, so readers seeking specialist advice or a deeper scientific assessment should consult the original research and relevant experts.
We also aim to correct errors and update articles when necessary.
What You’ll Find on HippoWorlds
Our content is organized into five main categories:
- Biology & Behaviour: Hippo anatomy, diet, reproduction, communication, and behavior.
- Species & Evolution: Living and extinct hippo species, their evolutionary history, and their distinctive adaptations.
- Hippo vs: Comparisons between hippos and other animals, exploring differences in size, strength, behavior, and abilities.
- Hippos & Humans: Conservation, habitats, encounters with humans, and places where hippos can be seen.
- Famous Hippos: Well-known hippopotamuses from history, popular culture, and other contexts.
Together, these topics explore both the science of hippopotamuses and their place in the wider world.
Accuracy and Contact
Scientific understanding changes as new research becomes available. We aim to keep our articles accurate and useful, but mistakes can happen.
If you notice an error, have information that could improve an article, or want to ask a question, please get in touch through our contact page. Reader feedback helps us identify information that may need clarification or correction.
Thank you for visiting HippoWorlds and exploring the world of hippopotamuses with us.