Watercolor illustration of Java-Nashorn (Rhinoceros sondaicus)

Java-Nashorn

Rhinoceros sondaicus

Critically Endangered
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rinoceronte de Java
French Rhinocéros de la Sonde
German Java-Nashorn

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Java-Nashorn?
The scientific name of Java-Nashorn is Rhinoceros sondaicus. It belongs to the genus Rhinoceros.
What is the conservation status of Java-Nashorn?
Java-Nashorn (Rhinoceros sondaicus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Java-Nashorn belong to?
Java-Nashorn (Rhinoceros sondaicus) belongs to the genus Rhinoceros, which is part of the taxonomic family Rhinocerotidae.
Is Java-Nashorn endangered?
Yes, Java-Nashorn (Rhinoceros sondaicus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Java-Nashorn belong to?
Java-Nashorn (Rhinoceros sondaicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Java-Nashorn?
The closest relatives of Java-Nashorn in the genus Rhinoceros include Indisches Panzernashorn.

Genus Rhinoceros — 2 Species

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Indisches Panzernashorn
Rhinoceros unicornis
VU
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Java-Nashorn
Rhinoceros sondaicus
CR

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