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Thursday 18 October 2018

White Rhinoceros - Ceratotherium simum

White rhinos are the second largest land mammals in the world. Their large horns and sizeable bulk make them powerful animals. The white rhino is distinct from the black rhino by its square lip. They have two horns which can be used for defence and attack. These horns grow 8cm every year and have been known to grow as long as 1.5m.
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33 comments:

  1. It's a shame they're often poached

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  2. Wow, these are wonderful shots.

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  3. Hi Bob,
    What a magnificent beast, what a shame they are hunted for the horns.
    Super set of images and the change in tack is most enjoyable.
    All the best, John

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    1. Hi John
      Yes, they are hunted for the horns, it is horrific.

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  4. Hola Bob,espectaculares fotos de uno de los mamiferos mas escasos y en peligro de desaparecer en pocas decadas,todo un tesoro de tenerlos en zoologicos.Un saludo.

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  5. Hi Bob!!!..Fantastic close-up and beautiful images...Regards

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  6. Yet another majestic animal we are endangering.
    Lovely photos - thank you.

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  7. Great series of close-ups Bob.

    All the best Jan

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  8. waw...Rhino...one of endanger species.
    Thank you for your beautiful photo series.

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  9. I fear that it is just a matter of time until we drive them to extinction.

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  10. Muy bueno el acercamiento, Bob, buen retrato.

    Saludos.

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  11. I can't get you, tell me how I your blog back.

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  12. Heel mooi Bob je kan hem haast aanraken.

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  13. Gorgeous and rare animal. Superb photos.

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  14. Incredible animal. Superb photos.

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  15. Amazing shots Bob!! Great.

    Greetings, Marco

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  16. Very special, Bob!
    And an impressive animal!
    Happy weekend,
    Regards, Maria

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    1. Have a beautiful weekend Maria, and thank you very much.

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  18. Such an amazing creature, Bob! I just hope that they cease to be hunted and that they can start building up numbers again. alas, I fear it is too late for them. With my very best wishes - - - Richard

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  19. Fantastic portraits Bob, this animal is a God !

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  20. Yes Richard, if only the poachers could see that, but they will stop when will be gone.

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  21. Perfecto el detalle de la cabeza de ese rinoceronte blanco con sus dos agudos cuernos.
    Un abrazo,

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  22. It won't be too long until you can take your new granddaughter to the Zoo to see all thse wonderful animals!

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