Hippopotas is a Ground-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV. It is known for its appearance resembling a small hippopotamus with a bulky brown body, a wide mouth, and small eyes surrounded by darker patches. Hippopotas is often found in arid regions and deserts where it enjoys burrowing and bathing in sand rather than water.
Type: Ground
Abilities: - Sand Stream: This primary ability causes a sandstorm to kick up when Hippopotas enters battle, lasting for five turns (or indefinitely in earlier generations), which benefits Rock, Ground, and Steel-types by boosting their Special Defense. - Hidden Ability (Sand Force): Sand Force boosts the power of Hippopotas's Rock, Ground, and Steel-type moves by 30% during a sandstorm.
Interesting Facts: - Hippopotas is often found covering itself in sand to protect against dehydration and to keep cool in its arid habitat. This behavior is also depicted in
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