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Black rhino
photo: WWF-Canon /
Frederick J. WEYERHAEUSER |
Dozens of species of rhinos once roamed the Earth, but only five exist today. All of them are threatened, and most are in grave danger. Humans have driven these remnants of the world's prehistoric ages to the edge of extinction.
Two of the remaining species - the white and black rhinos - are found in Africa. The other three - the Greater one-horned (Indian), Javan and Sumatran - are found in Asia. While the range of the rhino is broad, the different subspecies share the same need - comprehensive conservation measures to ensure a more secure future.
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