Bere, R.M., 1966. Wild animals in an African national park. London, Andre Deutsch, pp. 1-96
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Africa - Eastern Africa - Uganda |
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Behaviour - Towards Man |
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Black Rhino |
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The black rhino is one of the most unpredictable animals in Africa. It is a mixture of truculence and timidity, and can be extremely stupid. The black rhino is always liable to charge, or at least rush towards, any unfamiliar object, whatever it may be. It charges with its head held up, lowering it only when close enough to use its horns. The rhino comes very fast, and is surprisingly nimble for so large an animal, for it can turn sharply even at full speed. But it often misses its aim and goes straight on.
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