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Planet Zoo 2 Common Hippopotamus
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Common Hippopotamus in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Common Hippopotamus requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Lakes and Rivers, Grassland, Wetlands |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 502 m², Aquatic 502 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 251 m², Aquatic 251 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 35 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 36 °C |
| Group size | 3–30 |
| Barrier | Grade 4, at least 2 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Vulnerable |
At 502 m² of land, the Common Hippopotamus needs more land than 64% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Common Hippopotamus space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (30 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 30 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 502 m² | 251 m² | 7781 m² |
| Aquatic | 502 m² | 251 m² | 7781 m² |
Shelter: 35 m² per animal.
Common Hippopotamus barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 4 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 2 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Common Hippopotamus species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (length) | male 4.5 m, female 3.75 m |
Setup checklist for a Common Hippopotamus habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Common Hippopotamus as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 502 m², Aquatic 502 m², plus Land 251 m², Aquatic 251 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 4 barrier at least 2 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 36 °C and theme the area as Lakes and Rivers, Grassland, Wetlands.
- Plan a group of 3 to 30 animals.
Animals that can live with the Common Hippopotamus
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Common Hippopotamus, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Common Hippopotamus next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: African Savannah Elephant, Cape Buffalo, Long-Eared Owl, Nile Monitor.
FAQ
How much space does a Common Hippopotamus need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 502 m², Aquatic 502 m² for the Common Hippopotamus, plus Land 251 m², Aquatic 251 m² for each additional animal, and 35 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Common Hippopotamus need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Common Hippopotamus needs a temperature of 14 to 36 °C and a group size of 3–30, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Common Hippopotamus in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Common Hippopotamus, and no other species lists it.