Generally speaking, the breeder makes hippos open their mouths by gesturing to them to help them see their teeth. After long-term training, hippos can understand the gestures of breeders.

In addition, the breeder can also make the hippo open his mouth to check his teeth through food temptation, and remember to reward him after the inspection. After many trainings, he will form a habit. Hippopotamus is the largest omnivorous mammal among freshwater species. Can be fed with aquatic plants, small fish, etc. And you can also get fruit rewards.

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Hippo's teeth

Hippo's teeth are very long, and its lower incisors extend forward in parallel like shovels. The length can reach about 60-70cm, the weight is about 2-3kg, and the length of canine teeth can reach about 75cm. For a young hippopotamus, its teeth are short, only about 30cm. It is a large freshwater species with a body length of about 350-450cm and a tail length of about 56cm.

Hippo's teeth are white and toothless, but the density is higher than ivory, and it is not easy to crack, so it is a good carving material. Because the ivory trade is banned, hippo's teeth are often used as a substitute for ivory carving.

Hippopotamus's teeth are far superior to ivory in texture and value.

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