Co Facts

Female rhinos are some of the most dedicated animal mothers. They may live with their young for up to five years, a long time in the animal world.
Rhinos have two inches of thick protective skin.
The rhino has a good relationship with tick birds. In Swahili, the tick bird is named “askari wa kifaru,” meaning, “the rhino’s guard.” The bird eats the ticks it finds on the rhino and noisily warns of danger.
A 7700 lb. rhino can charge at an amazing speed of 30-40 miles per hour! Even at high speeds they are able to change directions.
Rhinos are aggressive and protective; this is partially due to their poor eyesight. To compensate for their limited vision, they have incredible olfactory (smell) senses; in fact, the largest part of the rhino’s brain is dedicated to the olfactory senses. When they hear or smell danger, they charge. Rhinos do not easily back down once they have committed to charging.
The survival of rhinos is important to the ecosystem. They are herbivores and keep grasses short; thus, providing smaller animals a path to necessary food.
What else can you learn about the rhino?

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What are you committed to? How does the rhino represent commitment?

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Two inches of protective skin covers the rhino. What harm do you think rhinos experience when they are charging? What obstacles and possible harm can come to individuals when they charge toward their goals? What will protect you as you charge toward those things you are committed to?

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The rhino is committed to raising and protecting their young. They will often charge at anything they deem as a threat. How do you show you are committed to your close relationships and family?

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The tick bird eats ticks off the rhino and warns him of danger. What are you committed to? Who is helping you to keep these commitments? How are they helping you?

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