The black rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis), also known as the hook-lipped rhinoceros, is one of two species of rhino found in Africa.

Black rhinos are more notable for their “hook” lip, which is different from the other species’ square lips. They live in southern and eastern Africa, and are generally solitary creatures ...

Indian and white rhinos are both classified as grazers. Black, Sumatran, and Javan rhinos all fall into the category of browsers. Rather than feed on grasses, they instead focus their attention on ...

Only one other rhino calf — an eastern black rhino born in 2013 — has been born at the zoo in its 134 years. ... meaning “wide” — a reference to the shape of white rhinos’ upper lips.

Only one other rhino calf — an eastern black rhino born in 2013 — has been born at the zoo in its 134 years. ... meaning “wide” — a reference to the shape of white rhinos’ upper lips.