The Truth Behind the Pink Hippo Milk Myth

Rumors of pink hippo milk have circulated for years, but the truth is, hippo milk is actually white or cream-colored. The pink substance that hippos secrete is not milk, but a unique skin secretion with antimicrobial and sunscreen properties. This secretion can turn red, pink, or orange when exposed to the sun, and can sometimes mix with milk, giving it a pinkish hue. However, pink milk in hippos can indicate a health problem.

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