Happy National Save a
Rhino Day, everyone! Today is meant to bring awareness to the mass hunting of several
rhino species. Rhinos, or
rhinoceros’, are large herbivores that are native to Africa and parts of Asia. They
possess horns, which are the reason they are targeted for high-profits in the
black market. Because of this certain species are nearing extinction, such as
the white rhino. One statistic indicates that in a National Park in South
Africa 330 rhinos were killed in 2010, which unfortunately rose to 668 in 2012!
Fun Rhino Fact: Some
species, such as both of the African rhinos, have two horns, while others, such
as the Indian rhino, only have one!
How do you feel about
rhinos? Let us know by clicking here to participate in today’s poll!
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