Indian rhinoceros
A species of Asian rhinoceroses, Also known as Great indian rhinoceros, Greater one horned rhino Scientific name : Rhinoceros unicornis Genus : Asian rhinoceroses
Indian rhinoceros, A species of Asian rhinoceroses
Also known as:
Great indian rhinoceros, Greater one horned rhino
Scientific name: Rhinoceros unicornis
Genus: Asian rhinoceroses
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Description
The Indian rhino or armored rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis) is a mammal from the rhino family (Rhinocerotidae). The scientific name of the species was published in 1758 by Carl Linnaeus.
General Info
Lifespan
35-45 years
Diet
Indian rhinoceros is a herbivorous species with a primary diet of grass, particularly tall coarse grasses. The species also feeds on leaves, branches, fruits, and shoots when grasses are scarce, but they particularly favor young, supple grass shoots.
Appearance
Indian rhinoceros is a large, robust mammal with a grey, semi-smooth hide. It is recognisable by its single large horn protruding from its snout. This animal possesses a thick barrel-shaped body and relatively short, stout legs. No significant differences in appearance are observed due to age or gender. Its skin falls into broad folds, particularly at its shoulders and thighs, giving the appearance of an armour plate.
Behavior
Indian rhinoceros is largely solitary, with males particularly being territorial and using dung piles and urine sprays for marking boundaries. Known to be semi-aquatic, it spends substantial time wallowing in mud and water bodies. These crepuscular herbivores adopt a selective feeding strategy, seeking out protein-rich plant parts.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Mammals Order
Odd-toed hoofed mammals Family
Rhinoceroses Genus
Asian rhinoceroses Species
Indian rhinoceros 
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