I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas Musical Ornament — 2025 Hallmark Keepsake Christmas Ornament

Celebrate the laugh-out-loud perennial favorite holiday tune, "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas," with this whimsical Christmas tree ornament that features a sheepish hippopotamus wrapped in a string of lights while sitting on a squished tree. Press the button to hear part of the 1953 Christmas classic performed by Gayla Peevey. Battery operated.

• Approx. Size in Inches: 2.75 x 2.5 x 2.5 
  
• Material: Plastic 
  
• Count: One 2025 Keepsake Ornament in gift box. 
  
• Artist: Jim Kemme 
  
• Sound: Ornament plays music from "I Want a Hippopotamus for Christmas" performed by Gayla Peevey. 
  
• Battery/Power source: Requires two (2) alkaline LR44 replaceable button batteries (included).
  
  
  

All orders ship from our Scoresby, Victoria warehouse. Delivery is 2–7 business days within Australia and 7–12 to New Zealand (times may vary). You’ll receive tracking details once your order is on its way.

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