12 Interesting Facts About The Rhinoceros You Might Not Know
Rhinos are one of the most iconic animals in the world, yet many people do not know a great deal about this ancient species. The word “rhinoceros” comes from the Greek words “rhino” (which means “nose”) and “ceros” (which means “horn”). Literally translated, therefore, rhinoceros means nose horn. There are five species and 11 subspecies of rhino; some have two horns, while others have one. Let’s know some facts about rhinoceros.
They’re massive and look prehistoric, almost as if you’re looking at a dinosaur in real-time. And sadly, their fate is bordering on that of the dino as they are one of the most threatened species on the planet.
Here are 12 interesting facts about Rhinoceros (world’s largest herbivores) you might not know-:
1. Rhino moms are very protective of their babies.
A rhino Mom is pregnant for around 15 to 16 months and is very nurturing and caring. Like most mothers, they are also very protective of their calves.
