rhinoceross

Rhinoceross is not a recognized scientific name. It is most likely a misspelling or nonstandard variant of rhinoceros, and no species or taxon uses that spelling in official taxonomy.

Rhinoceroses belong to the family Rhinocerotidae and comprise five living species: the white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum) and the black rhinoceros (Diceros bicornis) in Africa, and the Indian rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis), the Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus), and the Sumatran rhinoceros (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) in Asia. They inhabit a variety of habitats, from savannas and grasslands to tropical forests, with ranges that have shrunk due to habitat loss and poaching.

Physically, rhinoceroses are large, herbivorous mammals characterized by thick protective skin and one or more keratinous horns that vary by species. They have relatively small ears and eyes but rely on a strong sense of smell and hearing. Diets are mostly grazing on grasses or browsing on low-lying vegetation, depending on species.

Reproduction is slow; females give birth to typically one calf after long gestations (generally about a year) and calves are raised with parental care for extended periods. Population growth is limited by low reproductive rates and juvenile survival.

Conservation status varies by species but all face threats from poaching and habitat loss. Protected areas, anti-poaching measures, habitat restoration, and translocation programs are key components of ongoing conservation efforts.