Hippos are massive, water-loving creatures known for their big mouths and short tempers. Dive into the fascinating world of these semi-aquatic giants through our delightful coloring pages.
Download and Print Hippo Coloring Pages 🦛
Each hippo is just waiting to be colored on your page—just click the download PDF button under the picture you like! 🎨 All our coloring pages are completely free, so why not download them all if you've got time for every hippo? ⏰ Check out even more pages below, and we're sure you'll find something that catches your eye! 😉
Coloring Tips for coloring Hippo
For your hippo masterpiece, you don't need much—just grab some crayons, colored pencils, or markers. I once tried painting a hippo with finger paints... let's just say it was a wild experience!
When it comes to hippos, you can't go wrong with shades of gray and purple. But hey, if you want a neon pink hippo, go for it! I once convinced my niece that hippos in the wild are actually rainbow-colored, and she had a blast making the most vibrant hippo ever.
Fun Facts
Did you know hippos can hold their breath underwater for up to five minutes? 🐾 And while they may look cuddly, they can be quite dangerous—like when I tried to convince my nephew that Gloria from Madagascar was a real-life hippo we could visit at the zoo. He was so excited until he found out hippos can't actually sing or dance!
Story Time
Speaking of Gloria, I once tried to teach my kid brother how to color within the lines by pretending he was a zookeeper trying to keep the hippo enclosure clean. It worked like a charm, and he laughed every time he accidentally "let a hippo escape" with his crayon! So, don't be afraid to get creative and have fun with your coloring.