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What is the difference between a hippopotamus and a hippo?
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The main difference between a hippopotamus and a hippo is that a hippopotamus is a type of mammal, while a hippo is a type of animal. A hippopotamus is larger than a hippo, with adults typically measuring up to 6 meters in length and weighing up to 4 tons. Hippos are smaller than hippopotamuses, with adults typically measuring 2-3 meters in length and weighing up to 1 ton.