White rhinoceroses, also known as Square-lipped Rhinoceroses, rank among the largest land mammals. Their substantial weight can range from 2,200 to almost 8,000 pounds.
Plate-like folds complement their thick, pale grey skin. This density is clearly noticeable and quite impenetrable. They also sport a long neck with a hump, two uneven horns, a small set of eyes as compared to their body size, and a square-shaped lip.
Interestingly, the term "white" in their name is a misunderstood translation of "wide" in reference to their broad mouths.
They are native to the vast regions of southern Africa. However, now, their presence is limited to certain areas. While the Northern White Rhino subspecies was once found in the Democratic Republic of Congo, the Southern White Rhino subspecies is more spread across regions like Botswana, Namibia, and Zimbabwe and protected areas like Kruger National Park.
They have a long gestation period spanning approximately 530 to 550 days. Consequently, their breeding interval lasts long, ranging between 2.5 to 3 years.
These types of rhinos are herbivorous, primarily consuming thick bush covers and short grasses. They play a crucial role in maintaining biodiversity and preventing wildfires. However, their existence is threatened due to high poaching activity, fueled mainly by illegal rhino horn demand in Southeast Asia.
The number of white rhinos could decline drastically without substantial conservation measures. Hence, the status of this African rhino species is pegged as Near Threatened.
Unfortunately, the Northern White Rhino subspecies are critically endangered1, with unconfirmed reports of surviving members in remote areas of South Sudan.
Username: Ekpolok Published on 2024-12-12 15:05:27 ID NUMBER: 126713
They are more common in winter and look like other common sparrows. Although they are commonly seen in winter, they actually come from Canada. Visitor birds visit throughout the year. They can be easily distinguished because their beak and body color is slightly different from other birds. Their full face pattern and white striped plumage make them stand out.
Marbled white butterflies are found throughout most of Europe, southern Russia, Asia Minor and Iran. They have isolated populations in Japan. Its range increased in the United Kingdom in the late 20th century. These medium-sized butterflies have white upper wings decorated with grayish-black or dark brown markings.
লক্ষ্মীপ্যাঁচা বা লক্ষ্মীপেঁচা (ইংরেজি: Barn Owl; বৈজ্ঞানিক নাম: Tyto alba) এক ধরনের পেঁচা প্রজাতির পক্ষীবিশেষ। মাঝারি থেকে বৃহৎ আকৃতির হয়ে থাকে এ পাখিটি। শরীরের তুলনায় মুখমণ্ডল অনেকাংশেই বড় হয়ে থাকে। লম্বা পাখনা, ফ্যাকাশে ও হৃদয় আকৃতি মুখের গড়ন এবং বর্গাকৃতির লেজ প্রধান এর বৈশিষ্ট্য। অন্যান্য শিকারী পাখি - ঈগল, বাজের ন্যায় এর লম্বা, শক্তিশালী পায়ের থাবার সাথে সুতীক্ষ্ণ নখর রয়েছে।
July 29, 2020 Summer skies in Ontario can prove to be very dramatic. NW winds off of Lake Huron, especially when drier air is coming in, sets the stage for moments like this. Using my Canon M6 Markll with the CANON EF-S 15-85mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens, allows me to frame the sky off my 15th floor balcony with precision.
A slow-growing deciduous shrub, dwarf fothergilla (Fothergilla gardenia) has a compact, mounded habit. Terminal bottlebrush-like spikes produce white flowers and yellow anthers that fill gardens with interest in April and May. "This plant has suckers. They need to be removed if you do not want colonies of these shrubs," says Langelo.
If you're looking for a conversation piece, this eye-catcher is the shrub for you. And while you can prune weeping white pine (Pinus strobus 'pendula') to keep it low, it will also grow tall enough to stand out all winter long, even in deep snow. "While the deer will eat a balsam fir, they almost never eat a white pine," says Tegland.
Plant Dapper White butterfly bush (Buddleia davidii 'Dapconwhi') in your yard and watch as hummingbirds and butterflies flock to it. "A rounded, compact habit makes this buddleia a perfect fit for a variety of uses," says Heidi Mortensen, brand manager for Bloomables. "White flowers are formed in early summer and continue to re-bloom into the fall. Spent flowers are hidden by new blooms, reducing the need for deadheading."
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