 Reference Base  The mammals of the southern African subregion, new edition |
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Morphology - Skull |
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Black Rhino |
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The skull of this species is less elongated, the supraoccipital crest not extending upwards and backwards to the extent seen in the white rhinoceros. The occipital crest lacks the broad rugose area on top seen in the white rhinoceros and is narrower. The zygomatic arches are heavily built to give a firm attachment for the masseter muscles that activate the massive lower jaw.
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