Sumatran rhinoceros
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Sumatran rhinoceros
Dicerorhinus sumatrensis
The Sumatran rhinoceros is the smallest rhino species and has a fuzzy coat! They are very shy and like to hide in the forests where they live.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Sumatran rhinoceros is the smallest and hairiest rhinoceros, covered in reddish-brown fur, especially when young. It has wrinkled, greyish skin and two horns, with the front horn being larger than the rear. Its unique shaggy coat sets it apart from other rhino species.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderPerissodactylaFamilyRhinocerotidaeGenusDicerorhinus
Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
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Interesting facts
A baby rhino calf can stand and follow its mom just hours after being born!
Each Sumatran rhino has a unique pattern of skin wrinkles, like a fingerprint!
Their long hairs act like sensors, helping them feel their way through dense forest!
They have tiny eyes but amazing hearing and smell to navigate the jungle!
Special abilities
Ability
Mud Armor
Sumatran rhinoceros can cover themselves in thick mud because it protects their sensitive skin from sun, insects, and parasites.
Ability
Forest Communicator
Sumatran rhinoceros has a range of unique calls, from whistles to snorts, that helps them communicate in dense forests.
Ability
Keen Browser
Sumatran rhinoceros can efficiently forage in dense undergrowth because of its prehensile upper lip for grabbing plants.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 240-320 cm
- Weight
- 600-950 kg
- Lifespan
- 30-45 years
- Top Speed
- 40 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1
- Gestation
- 450-570 days
Diet & Feeding
These rhinos munch on leaves, twigs, and fruits found in their dense forest home.
Primary Foods
- Leaves
- Shoots
- Twigs
- Fruits
- Bark
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eaten by
Tiger
Panthera tigris
Tigers can prey on vulnerable rhino calves.
eats
Cluster Fig
Ficus racemosa
Eats leaves and fruits of diverse forest trees.
eats
Elephant Ear Tree
Macaranga gigantea
Browses on young leaves and shoots.
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Horned
Characterized by having one or more hard, permanent, pointed projections on the head.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Keystone Species
Describes a species whose presence and role have a disproportionately large effect on its environment.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
Asian RhinoHairy Rhino
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Safety
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
Sumatran rhinos are wild animals and should be admired from a distance. Never try to touch or feed them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Sumatran rhinoceros?
240-320 cm
How much does Sumatran rhinoceros weigh?
600-950 kg
How long does Sumatran rhinoceros live?
30-45 years
How fast can Sumatran rhinoceros move?
40 km/h
What does Sumatran rhinoceros eat?
These rhinos munch on leaves, twigs, and fruits found in their dense forest home.
Where is Sumatran rhinoceros usually found?
Forests
How does Sumatran rhinoceros hunt?
Foraging
How many babies does Sumatran rhinoceros usually have?
1
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