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White Rhinoceros

Overview

Slate-grey with a broad, squared lip for grazing on short grasses.  White Rhinoceros is derived from the Afrikaans word "wyd", meaning "wide", describing its mouth.  Rhino are short-sighted with acute senses of smell and hearing.  Rhino are the second largest land animal.

All about the White Rhinoceros

Height
1.8m
Weight
1,800-2,700kg
Diet
Grasses
Gestation Period
16 months
Life Span
Up to 50 years
Threats
Poaching and habitat fragmentation

Common Questions

Why are rhinos known for charging?

Rhinos are extremely short-sighted, therefore, if a rhino is startled by something unexpected, their natural instinct is to run forward.

Why do rhinos have such wide mouths?

Rhinos wide square mouth and upper lips are especially helpful for grazing on short grasses as they average 70-80 bites per minute.
Rhino grazing on grass
Rhino grazing on grass
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