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Eastern black rhinoceros

Diceros bicornis michaeli

The Eastern black rhinoceros is a big, strong animal with two horns on its nose. It has thick skin and loves to munch on leaves and bushes in the wild.

Habitat: Savannas

Appearance

The Eastern black rhinoceros has thick, dark grey to brownish-black skin and a stocky body supported by short, sturdy legs. It features two prominent horns and a distinguishing prehensile, pointed upper lip used for grasping leaves and twigs.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPerissodactylaFamilyRhinocerotidaeGenusDiceros
Eastern black rhinoceros
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Eastern black rhinoceros

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Rare

Danger

4/5 · High

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Interesting facts

Each rhino has unique footprints, like human fingerprints!

Rhinos can communicate using over ten different sounds, from snorts to roars!

Rhinos love to wallow in mud, creating a protective sunscreen for their skin!

Their horns can grow over a meter long throughout their life!

Special abilities

Ability

Prehensile Lip Power

Eastern black rhinoceros has a pointed upper lip that helps them expertly grasp and pluck leaves and twigs from thorny bushes.

Ability

Super Sniffer

Eastern black rhinoceros has an excellent sense of smell that helps them detect predators and other rhinos from far away.

Ability

Armored Skin

Eastern black rhinoceros has incredibly thick skin that helps them protect against sharp thorns and insect bites in dense bush.

Measurements & details

Length
280-380 cm
Weight
800-1400 kg
Lifespan
35-50 years
Top Speed
55 km/h
Litter Size
1
Gestation
450-480 days

Diet & Feeding

They are plant-eaters that enjoy munching on leaves, twigs, and fruits from various shrubs and trees.

Primary Foods

  • Leaves
  • Twigs
  • Shoots
  • Fruits
  • Bark

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

symbiotic with

Cattle Egret

Bubulcus ibis

Eats parasites off their skin.

eaten by

Lion

Panthera leo

Lion prides occasionally hunt rhino calves.

eaten by

Spotted Hyena

Crocuta crocuta

Hyenas may target young rhino calves.

Traits

Also known as

Black Rhino

Collections

Safety

Danger

4/5 · High

Always admire rhinos from a safe distance and never try to approach them.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Eastern black rhinoceros?

280-380 cm

How much does Eastern black rhinoceros weigh?

800-1400 kg

How long does Eastern black rhinoceros live?

35-50 years

How fast can Eastern black rhinoceros move?

55 km/h

What does Eastern black rhinoceros eat?

They are plant-eaters that enjoy munching on leaves, twigs, and fruits from various shrubs and trees.

Where is Eastern black rhinoceros usually found?

Savannas

How does Eastern black rhinoceros hunt?

Foraging

How many babies does Eastern black rhinoceros usually have?

1

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