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Hippos can't swim.

True
Verified11/30/2024
Times Checked1 time
Factuality Score75.0%

Analysis

The statement that hippos can't swim is supported by multiple sources indicating that hippos do not swim or float but instead walk or stand on surfaces below the water. However, there are also conflicting sources that describe hippos as being able to swim and being buoyant. Given the preponderance of evidence suggesting that hippos do not swim in the traditional sense, but rather manage their buoyancy, the statement is more likely to be correct. Therefore, while there is some conflicting information, the majority of credible sources support the idea that hippos cannot swim.

Sources

Supports

Yet despite all these adaptations for life in the water, hippos can't swim—they can't even float!

Supports

Like many people, hippos enjoy resting in cool water and can let themselves float or sink by controlling their breathing and body position.

Supports

Hippos can't swim or float! They walk or stand on surfaces below the water like sandbanks.

Supports

they can't actually swim

Supports

Hippos cannot swim or breathe underwater, and unlike most mammals they are so dense that <strong>they cannot float</strong>

Supports

Contrary to popular belief, hippos do not swim in water. They just float or walk underneath.

Conflicts

hippos are excellent swimmer, very buoyant, able to hold their breath for up to five minutes

Conflicts

I am amazed someone made a whole video of a hippo swimming underwater.

Supports

Hippos can't swim, despite spending a lot of time in rivers and lakes.

Conflicts

Welcome to the Okavango River, the largest in-land delta in the world, where hippo pods thrive.

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