RHINOCEROSES. 
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African Rhinoceroses. 
Although it is commonly reported by hunters, who in many cases derive their 
information from native sources, that there are several kinds of rhinoceros 
inhabiting Africa, we have at present definite acquaintance with only two species, 
namely, the common African rhinoceros, frequently spoken of as the black 
THE COMMON AFRICAN RHINOCEROS ( 5 ' 5 nat. size). 
rhinoceros, and the square-mouthed, or Burchell’s rhinoceros, commonly termed 
the white rhinoceros. Since there is but little, if any, marked difference in the 
colour of the two animals, the names founded on this character are best discarded. 
It is possible, however, that a third species may inhabit East Africa. 
Both species are furnished with two horns, which attain a 
greater development than in either of their Asiatic relatives. From 
Characters. 
