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Rhinos at risk as temperatures set to become deadly
"All the parks are showing drastic changes in the occurrence probability of rhinos," researchers wrote in a new paper.
Rare birth of Sumatran rhino a blessing for critically endangered species
There are only an estimated 80 of these rhinos left in the world, with this calf being the fifth to be born at a special sanctuary in Indonesia.
Elephants and rhinos are far more scared of humans than lions, study finds
Ecologists have recently begun describing humans as a "super predator" given that our species kills prey at much higher rates than other predators.
NGO buys 2,000 rhinos from private breeder to set them free
The breeding operation contains the world's largest population of privately owned white rhinos—one that could be key to the survival of these animals.
Rare rhino baby dies at 5 days old
The calf, which was the first Southern white rhino to be born at the zoo for over 10 years, died from injuries it received from its mother.
White rhino shot and killed in Florida days before grand unveiling
The animal reportedly exhibited unsafe behavior and escaped its fortified containment area at a zoo.
Rhino poaching hotspot records no kills for first time since 1977
Rhinos are extremely vulnerable to poaching due to the high value of their horns.
Rhino Horn Found in Shipment of Chocolate En Route to China, Police Say
Even though the horns are made of keratin and have no known medicinal properties, some people think the horns cure ailments such as hangovers and cancer.
World's oldest white rhino, Grandpa Toby, dies aged 54
The elderly southern white rhino's death has been called "profoundly sad." There are about 18,000 in the wild.
Rhino Plays His Own Happy Birthday Tune on Piano at Zoo Celebration
Bandhu, a 12-year-old one-horned rhino, is known for his unique talents. At his recent birthday party, he showed them off by playing himself a little birthday tune on a keyboard.
World Rhino Day: Images Show One of the Last Sumatran Rhinos Left on Earth
Official estimates suggest that there are fewer than 80 of these rhinos left in the wild.
How to Stop the Ivory Trade With Technology
Air can be suctioned out of shipping containers for dogs to sniff.
Official: Ivory Poachers Should Be 'Jailed For Life'
The Kenyan official made the statement during Sudan's, the world's last male northern white rhino, funeral on Saturday.
First Legal Rhino Horn Auction Starts in South Africa
Johannesburg breeder John Hume says that making rhino horn more easily available will deter poachers from killing the rare animals.
Tsunamis or Volcanoes Could Drive Javan Rhinos Extinct
The largest study of Javan rhinos suggests these beasts are hovering on the edge of extinction.
Rhino Horn Can Be Traded in South Africa, Court Rules
An international ban on trading rhino horn remains in place.
Trade in Horns Could Save Rhinos—Or Wipe Them Out.
But experts worry legal schemes can't overcome poaching and illegal profits.
Zimbabwe: Rare Black Rhino Ntombi Put Down
There are only 5,000 black rhinos left in the wild.
Unicorn-Like Rhino May Have Lived Alongside Humans
It doesn't exactly match historical description of unicorns, however.
Hong Kong to 'Phase Out' The Ivory Trade
The Hong Kong government is to impose heavy penalties on smuggling and illegal trading of endangered species.
U.S. Zoo Plans to Send Endangered Sumatran Rhino to Indonesia to Mate
The Cincinnati Zoo is just awaiting final approval from U.S. Fish and Wildlife.
The Sumatran Rhino Is Now Extinct in Malaysia
The survival of the species is in doubt as zoos and conservationists monitor the population.
Africa's Conservation Miracle: The Return of the Rhinos
Rhinos were declared extinct in Zambia in 1998, ravaged by poachers. Today they are back and living in the wild once again.
Combating the African Wildlife Trade in China
China should do far more to end the slaughter of elephants and rhino for their ivory and horns.
Quora Question: Finding a Poached Rhino
"The worst time of all for me is when everything slows and you have time to think," says Rory Young, anti-poaching specialist.