This WORLD RHINO DAY, get to know our planet’s five rhino species.
From Borneo to Zimbabwe, rhinos are a surprisingly versatile species which roam a vast area of our Earth. Discover more about all five species — the black, white, one-horned, Sumatran, and Javan rhinos.
Black Rhino
- Subspecies: Southern Central, Eastern, South Western, Western
- Location: Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa and Zimbabwe
- Habitat: Tropical and Subtropical Grasslands, Savannas, Deserts
- Population: 6,195
- Status: Critically endangered
- Fun fact: These rhinos can run as fast as 55 km/h (34 mph).
