Get to Know the Rhino

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