Greater one-horned rhinoceros
Rhinoceros unicornis
Currently there are no rhinos at the zoo.
Qabid, our male, moved to another zoo in September as part of the breeding programme for the rare species. We will be doing some work on the habitat before we welcome new rhinos in the future.
Population
Increasing
IUCN August 2018
Diet
Herbivore
Habitat
Grasslands
Fact file
Males can weigh up to 2,700kg
Despite their size, they’re great swimmers and can dive and feed underwater
Their thick, folded skin makes them look like they’re wearing a suit of medieval armour, but it’s actually soft and sensitive underneath
The greater one-horned rhino sports a single black horn, which is made of keratin - the same stuff as our nails and hair!
How we're helping
Like all the animals in our care, Qabid is an amazing ambassador for their relatives in the wild and helps hundreds of thousands of people connect with nature every year. They encourage visitors to learn about the threats facing wildlife and the action they can take to help create a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.
As a wildlife conservation charity, we care for the animals here at the zoo and work to protect species at risk around the world. From providing expertise in genetics and veterinary health, to protecting wild places with local conservation partners, and even restoring threatened species to the wild, we are active where we are needed most.
Find out more about RZSS conservation