419+ Hippo Tattoos

Hippos, or hippopotamuses, are large, mostly herbivorous mammals native to sub-Saharan Africa, They are known for their tremendous size, wide-opening mouths, and aggressive nature when provoked, Despite their bulky frame and short legs, hippos are surprisingly swift in water, where they spend most of their time, In art and tattoos, the hippo symbolizes strength, protection, and motherhood due to its fiercely protective nature towards its offspring.

A hippo tattoo may also represent hidden strength and the power of being underestimated, as these massive creatures embody physical power and dominance while maintaining a mostly peaceful existence.