Question

why is the skin of Hippopotamus fat?

Answer 1

Hi Ali

The skin is 6 cm (2 in) thick, providing it great protection against conspecifics and predators.

By contrast, its subcutaneous fat layer is thin.

Their skin secretes a natural sunscreen substance which is red-coloured.

Hope this help you

Answer 2

Explanation:

Unlike most other semiaquatic animals, hippos have very little hair. The skin is 6 cm (2 in) thick, providing it great protection against conspecifics and predators. By contrast, its subcutaneous fat layer is thin.