GREATER ONE-HORNED RHINOCEROS

There is one rhino living here at Edinburgh Zoo named Qabid.

Qabid was born in 2015 and moved here in 2018 from Planckendael Zoo in Belgium. 

FACT FILE

• They're the second biggest of the rhino species, taking silver to the white rhino
• Horns of the greater one-horned rhino can way up to 3kg
• This rhino's skin develops thick folds that can reach a maximum thickness of 4cm
• These hefty beasts are nimble and can reach speeds of around 17mph
• Adults can weigh up to 2,700kg!

HOW WE'RE HELPING

Wild populations of greater one-horned rhinos are in decline due to habitat loss, human-rhino conflicts and hunting. Here at RZSS, Qabid is part of the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP) which ensures a healthy and genetically diverse population.

Like all the animals in our care our Qabid is an amazing ambassador for their relatives in the wild and helps hundreds of thousands of people connect with nature every year. They encourage visitors to learn about the threats facing wildlife and the action they can take to help create a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.

As a wildlife conservation charity, we care for the animals here at the zoo and work to protect species at risk around the world. From providing expertise in genetics and veterinary health, to protecting wild places with local conservation partners, and even restoring threatened species to the wild, we are active where we are needed most.

Find out more about RZSS conservation