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Shariff, K.M., 1983. Status and distribution of Sumatran rhinoceros (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) in peninsular Malaysia. Journal of Wildlife and Parks (Malaysia) 2: 91-102, figs. 1-3
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Asia - South East Asia - Malaysia - Peninsular |
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Morphology |
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Sumatran Rhino |
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Malaysia. Whenever fresh tracks were encountered, they were followed, taking measurements of the footprint of the hind feet. The footprints of the forefeet were not taken as they were usually trampled over by the footprints of the hindfeet. The only track that could be mistaken for a rhinoceros track was that of the Malayan tapir (Tapirus indicus). Generally the tracks of the tapir were smaller, but an overlap in size could occur between large tapir and small rhinoceros tracks. However both the tracks could be distinguished clearly as those of tapir were more rounded whereas those of rhinoceros were more squared off. Measurement of the central nail also helped to distinguish between the two animals. Generally the rhino central nail was larger than that of tapir. A difference of between 1-2 cm was found between tracks in soft mud and those left in hard ground.
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