These animals’ numbers are declining rapidly and I honestly hope we can find a solution to save them soon so that our children will also enjoy the privilege of viewing them on their safaris.
Although the Black Rhino numbers are way less than the White Rhino, we can still encounter both in their natural habitat.
Next time you spot a Rhino while on an African safari, whether it is in Kruger National Park, Pilanesberg National Park or any of the other magnificent parks in South Africa, there are a few differences to look for to determine if it is a Black Rhino or a White Rhino.
For the security of the animals in the following pictures, I will not disclose where they were photographed.
White Rhino
Black Rhino
More readily identifiable differences are as follows:
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White rhino
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Black rhino
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Pointed, often tufted ears
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Rounded ears
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Flattish back with bump near middle
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Concave back
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Elongated head, usually held down
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Rounded head, usually held up
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Square upper lip for grazing
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Pointed prehensile upper lip for browsing
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Young usually runs ahead of mother
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Young usually runs behind mother
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Tail curled above back when alarmed
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Tail held out straight when alarmed
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Not recorded to have lesions
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Some have lesions on side of body
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