Land animal closely related to whales Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Friday, May 2, 2025 · 42-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, May 2, 2025.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 2, 2025 · 42-Down · 5 letters
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massive thick-skinned herbivorous animal living in or around rivers of tropical Africa
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