Malagasy Dwarf Hippopotamus

Hippopotamus madagascariensis

Conservation Status

Extinct

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Hippopotamidae

About

Hippopotamus madagascariensis, the Madagascar or Madagascan dwarf hippopotamus, is an extinct species of hippopotamus, endemic to the island of Madagascar. Known only from bones, it is believed to have gone extinct sometime after 1500. It was one of three hippopotamus species, the Malagasy hippopotamuses, which were native to Madagascar and are all extinct.

Fun Fact

Known only from bones, it is believed to have gone extinct sometime after 1500.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the forested highlands of Madagascar.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Destruction
Overexploitation

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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