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Hippos can stay underwater for up to six minutes at a time. Their nostrils close to keep water out and they hold their breath until it is time for more air.

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Can a hippopotamus stay underwater for a long time?

Hippos can stay underwater for up to six minutes at a time. Their nostrils close to keep water out and they hold their breath until it is time for more air.


Can a hippopotamus stay underwater for along time?

yes, they can. They can hold there breth 4-6 minutes.


How does hippopotamus breathe?

No the hippo has to come up for air but the can stay underwater for a long time


What kind of animal has special flaps around its nostrils that close when it goes underwater enabling it to stay down for as long as 25minutes?

The animal you are referring to is the hippopotamus. They have special flaps around their nostrils that close when they go underwater, allowing them to hold their breath for extended periods of time while submerged. This adaptation helps them stay underwater for up to 25 minutes.


Is it bad to stay in water a long time?

Yes it is, as if you stay underwater for too long, your lungs can't take it, and you may choke/ faint. Only a few mammals (whales, dolphins, porpoises, etc.) can stay underwater for long periods of time.


Can penguins breath under water?

no, but they can stay underwater for a long time


Why can a shark stay underwater for a long time?

Because it gets its oxygen from the water through its gills.


Can a hippo breathe underwater?

The hippopotamus is a mammal and uses its lungs to breathe. Because its nostrils are located on top, it can still breathe while remaining mostly underwater. When fully submerged, the hippopotamus can hold its breath for a maximum of five minutes.


Can a hippopotamus stay under water for as very long time?

By closing the hippos ears and nostrils, the adult hippo can stay under water for as long as six minutes.


How are penguins adapted to stay underwater for a long period of time?

They have muscles that store large amounts of oxygen


How do you stay underwater for a long period of time?

by staying calm under water . you need to practise yoga.


How do the penguins get food?

They dive deep into the ocean and get fish, they can stay underwater for a long time, so it is no problem.