In an encouraging turn of events, the worldwide rhinoceros population has defied the odds and demonstrated astonishing indications of recovery. These magnificent species, which once numbered approximately 500,000 in Africa and Asia in the twentieth century, have suffered grave … [Read more...] about Rhino conservation success: Global populations surge to 27,000
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Rare Sumatran rhino birth brings new hope for the endangered species
Currently, there are only about 80 Sumatran rhinos left in the wild. That population, however, has just gotten a little bit larger thanks to the birth of a Sumatran rhino calf at a sanctuary in Indonesia. The mother rhino, named Rosa, gave birth to the female calf at the … [Read more...] about Rare Sumatran rhino birth brings new hope for the endangered species
Nepal’s rhino population grows by more than 100 over last five years
Good news from Nepal! The country’s rhino population has seen a significant increase over the last five years. That’s according to the National Rhino Count 2021, which concluded that the current population of the species inhabiting Nepal’s Terai Arc Landscape stands at 752 … [Read more...] about Nepal’s rhino population grows by more than 100 over last five years
Birth of critically endangered black rhino caught on camera at UK zoo
The population of the critically endangered eastern black rhino has just gotten bigger, thanks to the birth of a healthy calf at Chester Zoo in the UK. Following 15 months of pregnancy, the celebratory event was caught on the zoo’s security camera which shows the young calf … [Read more...] about Birth of critically endangered black rhino caught on camera at UK zoo
Scientists are turning to stem cells to revive Malaysia’s extinct rhinos
Last year marked a tragedy for the world’s rhino populations as Malaysia’s last Sumatran rhino Iman died after years of failed breeding attempts, bringing the endangered species one step closer to extinction. But not all hope is lost as scientists are now trying to use tissues … [Read more...] about Scientists are turning to stem cells to revive Malaysia’s extinct rhinos