'greater one-horned rhino (rhinoceros unicornis) in Grasslands, swamps, and riverine forests in the foothills of the Himalayas.
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rhinoceros unicornisESA Categories -mammals

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    greater one-horned rhino

  • Regions

    IndiaNepal

  • Population

    2,150

  • Habitat

    Grasslands, swamps, and riverine forests in the foothills of the Himalayas.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    2,500 to 3,000 kilog... and 35 to 40 years in the wild

Regions

India, Nepal

The Greater One-horned Rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis), sometimes referred to as the Indian Rhino, is a large rhinoceros species found only in India and Nepal. The estimated remaining population is around 2,200 individuals but thanks to great efforts considered to be increasing. The main threats to this species include habitat loss, poaching for their horns, and human encroachment. Conservation efforts include protected areas, anti-poaching initiatives, and habitat management to ensure their survival.

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