Rhinos are iconic animals that most of us can recognize from the time that we're little. However, there's more to rhinos that most people realize! For example, did you know that there are more species of rhinos outside of Africa than inside? Have you ever heard of the hairy rhinoceros? If not, this episode's for you. Sara and Casey discuss the five species of rhinos and what's being done to keep them safe.
Resources:
International Rhino Foundation: Rhino Species
IUCN Red List
Development of third Sumatran rhino sanctuary advances to save species
Save the Rhino: Dehorning
Rhino Resource Center: Why the Name of the White Rhinoceros is not Appropriate
Rhino poaching and illegal trade decline but remain critical threats – new report - Press release | IUCN
Will Fake Rhino Horns Curb Poaching? | Live Science
Rhino Rescue Project: Devaluing Rhino Horn
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