Hippos mainly live in Kenya's freshwater rivers, lakes and swamps, such as the Mara River and Lake Naivasha.
- Activity patterns: They spend most of the day resting and digesting in the water to keep their skin moist and cool; at night they leave the water to forage on land, usually alone or in small groups.
- Diet: They are mainly herbivores, feeding on soft short grass, aquatic plants and fallen fruit, consuming up to 60-80 kg of plants per day, and will also eat meat when food is scarce.
- Social nature: They usually form groups of more than 10, and sometimes they can form large groups of hundreds of individuals, with a certain hierarchy and social behavior within the group.
- Reproduction method: Female hippos give birth once every two years, usually single births. The gestation period is about 8 months, and the cubs are taken care of by the mother hippo in the water or on land after birth.
- Distribution in Kenya: They are widely distributed around major rivers and lakes in Kenya, such as the Masai Mara Wildlife Reserve, Tsavo National Park, Amboseli Prairie, Lake Naivasha, etc.
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Hippocampus mainly live in Kenya's freshwater rivers, lakes and marshes, such as the Mara River and Lake Naivasha. - Regular activity: rest in the water for most of the day, digestion to keep skin moist and cool; Leave the water at night to forage on land, usually alone or small groups. - Eating: mainly herbivores, eating soft short grass, aquatic plants and fallen fruit , can consume up to 60-80 kilograms of plants per day, and eat meat when food is short. - Group: Usually composed of more than 10 groups, sometimes can form a large group of hundreds, there are certain hierarchies and social behaviors within the group. - Breeding mode: female hippos give birth every two years, usually to a single child. The pregnancy lasts about eight months, and the cub is cared for by the mother hippo in water or on land after birth. - Distribution in Kenya: Widely distributed around major rivers and lakes in Kenya, such as Masai Mara Wildlife Reserve, Chavo National Park, Amposelli Prairie, Naivasha Lake and other places.
On the vast land of Kenya, Nawasha Lake is like a shining pearl, lying quietly in the arms of the Great Rift Valley in East Africa. This is Kenya's only freshwater lake, the lakes and mountains are beautiful, especially the cruise ship trip, which is even more lingering. When you step on a cruise ship on Lake Navasha, it seems to enter a world-separated wonderland. The blue-waved lake is shining, as if it is nature's softest greeting. The cruise ship is leisurely, the breeze is blowing, bringing a touch of coolness and comfort. The lake is home to a large number of hippos, ospreys and wild ducks, which either swim leisurely or play happily, making up a vivid ecological picture. You can observe these lovely creatures up close and feel the magic and charm of nature. The lake has a large papyrus marsh, full of greenery, and a unique water style. Here, you can put down all your troubles and fatigue, so that the soul can be completely relaxed and purified. The cruise is not only a visual feast, but also a spiritual baptism. Here you can forget the noise and disturbances of the world and find your peace and freedom. As the cruise ship slowly sails away, you seem to be part of nature in this beautiful lake and mountains. The Navasha Lake cruise is an unforgettable romantic trip. Here you can enjoy the beautiful scenery with your loved ones and leave good memories. Let's set sail, chase the sparkle, and start a leisurely cruise!