By Gurpreet Singh |November 3, 2025
Tigers are strong swimmers. They cross rivers to hunt or patrol territories in dense forests.
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Capybaras are semi-aquatic rodents that can stay submerged for five minutes. They swim to forage, escape predators and play socially.
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Surprisingly, giraffes can swim. Their long legs and necks make wading and moving through water a unique balancing act.
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Bears are skilled swimmers, including grizzlies and polar bears. They cross rivers, hunt fish and traverse icy waters with ease.
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Sloths can swim three times faster than they walk. They move through rivers to forage and escape predators quietly.
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Ostriches can swim surprisingly well despite being flightless. They paddle using legs and wings when crossing water bodies.
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Hedgehogs can swim, using small strokes to reach land. They are surprisingly adaptable, moving across ponds and shallow streams.
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Hippos spend much time in water, using buoyancy to float. They don’t truly swim but walk along riverbeds gracefully.
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Foxes are agile swimmers, especially red and arctic types. They cross streams to hunt food and avoid danger efficiently.
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Wild pigs and some domestic pigs are strong swimmers. They cross rivers to find food, mate and explore territories.
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