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Hippo Zippo Comparison

A cartoon hippo standing next to a tiny Zippo lighter on a scale

What's the difference between a hippo and a zippo?

One is really heavy, and the other's a little lighter!

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Did You Know?

A Zippo is a brand of lighter, while "lighter" also means less heavy! Hippos can weigh up to 4,000 pounds, making them one of the largest land mammals. Despite their size, hippos can run up to 30 mph on land. Zippo lighters were invented in 1933 and became iconic for their reliability and lifetime guarantee. The name "hippopotamus" comes from Greek meaning "river horse!"