Under That Hot African Sun by linwhite
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"Hippos are well adapted to aquatic life. The ears, eyes, and nostrils are located high on the head so that the rest of the body may remain submerged. The ears and nostrils can be folded shut to keep out water. The body is so dense that hippos can walk underwater, where they can hold their breath for five minutes. Although often seen basking in the sun, hippos lose water rapidly through the skin and become dehydrated without periodic dips. They must also retreat to the water to keep cool, for they do not sweat."
***Source: Brittanica.com
Comments (15)
Graphixa
Superb image!
MioraaNyte
For being one of the most dangerous critters on Earth, they sure are cute when they're babies.
Marvelous image, very well done.
linwhite
You’re right. They kill more people every year than lions, tigers, crocodiles, sharks, etc. Many reputable sites list them as the most dangerous mammal. They can bite a man in half easily. You don’t want to “Swim With the Hippos”.
miwi
Wonderful scene,fantastic image,excellent done,love it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
daggerwilldo
Very lovely and natural. Nature is Magic and Magic is Nature.
paul_gormley
great scene, like the rich colours and animal posing, dangerous creatures tho they are they look cute here
rocdan
awesome scene
3DClassics123456
Dear linda, this image is AMAZING! Hat off!
ItWasNotAvailable
Superb render!! Splendid golden light which makes it pop!
rps53
Beautifully done quiet scene, but full of power.
goldie
Wonderful nature scene, Linda--great diversion from the pol stuff :) Watched a Nature episode where the hippos' water supply was in jeopardy--they don't sweat per se, but do produce what is known as "blood sweat" to help protect them. Mother Nature is always coming up with some strange solutions to help protect her children...
jancas
Excellent
GrandmaT
Marvelous!
Paulienchen
Ein sehr schöner Render
LulaDoll
Wonderful!!!!
dragongirl
My favorite part is how the sun hits the standing egret - so beautiful