Rhinos are one of the most ancient animals living on the face of this planet. Illegal human activity, poaching and destruction of their natural habitat have led to a dramatic decrease in their population. Today, they are listed as “endangered”.

Rhinos are found on India, Africa and Indonesia. The Indian rhinos are found in high grasslands. All rhino species are water-loving creatures. They can be spotted near rivers and streams. The Indonesian rhinos are the smallest species found on Earth. They are predominantly found in Sumatra, Java and Borneo islands. Insensitive human activities have caused their numbers to dwindle. A handful of photos are the only living testimony to the existence of these creatures. Africa is home to the large square-lipped rhinos. There are two main subspecies found in the northern and southern regions of Africa, namely the black and white horned rhinos. The Savannah woodlands and grasslands are home to these mighty creatures.

In the 1970s, the rhino population decreased by ninety percent. A meager 10 percent left out in the wild, were in serious endangerment. Numerous projects by wildlife authorities bred rhinos in captivity. A steady increase in their population was observed. However, these species are still very vulnerable to habitat changes. The Democratic Republic of Congo in the Northern African continent is home to white rhino species. However, in 1984, only 15 rhinos were left in the wild. A conservation project taken at a large-scale level ensured an increase in their number from 15 to 30 during the 1990s. The volatile and instable political situation in Congo has hampered the conservation projects and efforts.

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