Episode Details

Hippos may look round, slow, and almost cuddly—but these “river horses” are full of surprises. Discover why hippos sink rather than swim and have epic battles with each other. Learn how God designed hippos to survive using a mysterious built-in skin ointment.

Here’s our trail map:

• Can Hippos Swim?
• How Strong Is a Hippo’s Bite?
• Do Hippos Sweat Blood?
• How Can We Have Thick Skin and a Soft Heart?

Download this lesson’s free coloring sheet: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/can-hippos-swim/

Related Lessons to listen to next:

• Why Do Elephants Squeak? Lesson 80: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/880f710e-9de5-4d1b-a7fe-87f2d0b493e2/
• Charging Rhinos and Playful Wombats - Nature Filmmaking With Dr. Gordon Wilson: https://player.captivate.fm/episode/bcce1aa1-3346-451f-845f-ee734e0ad4df/

Eryn's Books:

• Where Wonder Leads: An Adventure in God's Wild and Wonderful World: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/wonder
• Made to Marvel: 52 Family Devotions Exploring the Wild Wonders of God's Creation: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/marvel
• The Nature of Rest: What the Bible and Creation Teach Us About Sabbath Living: https://www.amazon.com/Nature-Rest-Creation-Sabbath-Living/dp/0825448891
• Rooted in Wonder: Nurturing Your Family's Faith Through God's Creation: https://www.amazon.com/Rooted-Wonder-Nurturing-Familys-Creation/dp/0825447615
• 936 Pennies: Discovering the Joy of Intentional Parenting: https://www.amazon.com/936-Pennies-Discovering-Intentional-Parenting/dp/0764219782

Episode Links:

• Marvels of Creation Book Set by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/marvels-of-creation-3-book-pack
• Dinosaur Books by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/apologetics/dinosaurs
• Explore books, curriculum, and resources by Master Books: https://www.masterbooks.com/
• Nat Theo Club Bonus Video: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/member
• Explore Our Bible & Nature Curriculum and Resources: https://thenaturaltheologyproject.com/club
• Free Hippo Coloring Sheet: https