World Rhino Day is observed globally on 22 September every year to raise awareness about rhinoceros species ( Rhinocerotidae ) and emphasize the urgent need for their conservation.

History :

Origin: World Rhino Day was initiated in 2010 by the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) – South Africa.

Founders: World Rhino Day was initiated through the efforts of two dedicated women conservationists: Lisa Jane Campbell from Chishakwe Ranch, Zimbabwe, and Rhishja Cota-Larson from Saving Rhinos, United States of America (USA).

First Observance :The first official World Rhino Day was celebrated in 2011, and it has been observed annually on 22 September since then.

About Rhino:

Mammals: Rhinos ( Rhinocerotidae ) are large, herbivorous mammals with thick skin and prominent horns,

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