rhinoceros

Facts You Should Know About the Black Rhinoceros

Facts You Should Know About the Black Rhinoceros

The Black Rhinoceros, also known as Hooked-lipped Rhinoceros and Diceros bicornis, is a rhino species that is indigenous to eastern and southern Africa. Although commonly referred to as “black,” the color of this species ranges from brown to grey. They are smaller compared to the other two African rhino species. What differs … Read more

WHITE RHINOCEROS – Ceratotherium simum

Ceratotherium simum

LENGTH OF HEAD AND BODY (MALES LARGER): 3.6 – 4.2 metres HEIGHT AT SHOULDER: 1.5 – 1.85 metres MASS: 2 300 – 3 600 kilograms LENGTH OF FRONT HORN (NORTHERN RACE): 95 – 200 centimetres (SOUTHERN RACE): 95 – 101 centimetres Despite their names, both the black and white rhinoceroses are grey. … Read more