1) The white rhinoceros is the second largest land mammal after the elephant.

2) Did you know that the white rhinoceros can weigh up to 2,300 kilograms?

3) White rhinoceroses are herbivores that mainly feed on grasses.

4) Poaching is a major threat to the survival of the white rhinoceros population.

5) The white rhinoceros has a wide, flat mouth adapted for grazing.

6) Female white rhinoceroses have a gestation period of around 16 to 18 months.

7) The white rhinoceros is native to southern Africa.

8) White rhinoceros calves are usually weaned when they are 2 to 3 years old.

9) Zoos around the world are working on conservation efforts to protect the white rhinoceros species.

10) The white rhinoceros has poor eyesight but a keen sense of smell and hearing.