Bere, R.M., 1966. Wild animals in an African national park. London, Andre Deutsch, pp. 1-96
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White Rhino |
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A black rhino calf almost invariably follows its mother. A possible reason for this strange difference is that the white rhino inhabits more open country than the black; the calf is, therefore, more liable to be attacked by lions. As this attack comes from behind, the mother rhino can best protect her calf by staying between it and this possible danger.
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Wild animals in an African national park
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