White rhinos share much of their habitat with the more imperiled black rhino. White rhinos have wider mouths and longer ears.

ORIGIN:
Central and southern Africa

HABITAT:
Grasslands and open woodlands

HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
2-4 tons
Length: 5-6 ft

DIET:
Grasses

PREDATORS:
Lions and hyenas

NATURAL DEFENSES:
Large horns

REPRODUCTION:
17-month gestation; sexually mature at 5 yrs

THREATS:
Habitat loss and human hunting

LIFE EXPECTANCY:
50 yrs in the wild
European |
Javan |
Sumatran | Black |