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Hornaday, W.T., 1902. Popular official guide to the New York Zoological Park as far as completed, 5th ed. New York, Zoological Society
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THE SUMATRAN RHINOCEROS.
On March 25, 1902, the Zoological Society received by pur-
chase a fine female specimen of the Sumatran, or Hairy
Rhinoceros, (Rhinoceros sumatrensis) . She was captured
in the territory of Perak, Malay Peninsula, purchased for the
Society in Singapore, by Captain Thomas Golding, Master of
the S. S. Afridij and by him brought to Xew York, in fine con-
dition. On arrival at the Zoological Park she was christened
"Ranee," — a name which in India signifies "queen."
Owing to the great demand for rhinoceroses of all species,
and the fact that prior to this importation six years had elapsed
without one having come to America, the Society considers this
purchase by Captain Golding a very fortunate one.
At this date "Ranee" is about three years old, and therefore
quite immature. Her skin is black, smooth and very hairy.
Her horn has only begun to grow. Her appetite is excellent,
and her temper quite agreeable. Until the Antelope House is
completed, she will be exhibited in a yard at the eastern end
of the Reptile House, but will at the earliest possible moment
be transferred to the new building, which will be her home until
the Elephant House is erected.
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