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Pygmy Hippo (Young Zoologist): A First Field Guide to Moo Deng and Friends

by Fiona Sach

Beyond the viral hippo

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Beyond the viral hippo

Moo Deng provides an entry point to a broader introduction to pygmy hippos. This illustrated field guide gathers accessible animal science, from the reasons for the animals’ shiny skin and their close relatives to the role of their unusual toilet habits in supporting an ecosystem. It also turns to threats in pygmy hippos’ natural habitat and ways children can help. The book’s mix of physical traits, behavior, ecology, and conservation gives its animal facts a wider context than a single well-known hippo.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 curious about hippos and animal facts
  • Young readers interested in wildlife habitats and conservation
  • Families seeking an illustrated introduction to animal science

Themes

Pygmy hipposAnimal behavior and biologyEcosystemsWildlife conservation

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Book overview

An illustrated first field guide to the adorable pygmy hippo from expert Dr. Fiona Sach, featuring illustrations by Lisa Maria.

You've probably heard of Moo Deng, the pygmy hippo in Thailand who went viral on social media for her sassy antics, but there's so much more to learn about these elusive creatures. Discover why the pygmy hippo's skin is always shiny, the surprising aquatic mammals that they're closely related to, and how their unusual toilet habits help support the ecosystem. You'll also discover the threats they face in their natural habitat and how you can help. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, it's a must for all pygmy hippo fans!

Pygmy Hippo (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting series of collectable animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.

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