Javan Rhinoceros

Javan Rhinoceros Overview

The Javan rhinoceros is an extremely rare, single-horned rhino species. Once widespread across Southeast Asia, it is now down to a single population in western Java. It is timid, solitary, and lives deep inside dense rainforests.

Threats & Conservation

Extremely small population size leading to inbreeding risk, potential disease outbreak, natural disasters (proximity to Anak Krakatau volcano), and poaching.

Did You Know?

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  They are the rarest of all five rhino species.

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  Only male Javan rhinos develop horns; females are hornless.

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  They love wallowing in mud baths to regulate body temperature and protect their skin.