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Rhino.

Photo by CoushattaRene
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Field Notes

Description:

A Rhino has every right to live.

Habitat:

Zoo

Notes:

This is a Rhino I saw at the Huston Zoo. The thought of them disappearing from our planet is upsetting.

Species ID Suggestions

White rhinoceros

Ceratotherium simum

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KarenL
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Comments (5)
Smith Zoo
Rhinos have poor eyesight, but very well-developed senses of olfaction (smell) and hearing. This might explain why a rhino will charge when startled.
Smith Zoo
It is so true CoushattaRene, A Rhino has every right to live!
Smith Zoo
To help raise awareness for this magnificent animal join the Rhino mission: http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/12848241 You could also read up on the latest information about Rhinos in today's blog: http://blog.projectnoah.org/post/32047894336/species-spotlight-rhinos Happy World Rhino Day 2012!
Smith Zoo
as delicate as its status.... lovely picture
KarenL
Very upsetting indeed, though the black rhino is far more threatened than the white.
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PublishedDecember 21, 2011

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