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South-Central Black Rhinoceros

5 destinations · 3 states

Native Range: Southern and southeastern Africa

South-central black rhinoceroses are fascinating to watch at close range because their size can make their movements seem deceptively slow. Spend a few minutes observing one and the hooked upper lip becomes hard to miss. It works almost like a small finger, curling around leaves and twigs as the rhino browses through shrubs and branches. The two horns are obvious from a distance, but look for smaller details too. Large ears swivel independently toward sounds, while the rhino may pause to sniff the air before continuing to feed. At a zoo or wildlife destination, a black rhino can spend long stretches browsing quietly, then suddenly walk across the habitat with surprising purpose. They are mainly browsers rather than grazers, which helps explain why they often keep their heads raised among bushes instead of sweeping the ground for grass. Native to parts of southern and southeastern Africa, they are built for moving through dry woodland, scrub, and savanna.

South-Central Black Rhinoceros

Where to see South-Central Black Rhinoceros

5 destinations across 3 states

5 destinations

Abilene Zoo

Abilene, TX

Chehaw Park & Zoo

Albany, GA

Disney's Animal Kingdom

Lake Buena Vista, FL

Fort Worth Zoo

Fort Worth, TX

Fossil Rim Wildlife Center

Glen Rose, TX

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