Black Rhino Reserve

The Black Rhino Reserve is home to one of the most endangered large mammals on Earth. Black rhinos declined by more than 97% during the 20th century due to poaching for their horns. Central Florida Zoo contributes to anti-poaching initiatives and cooperative breeding programs for this species.

Rhinos play an important ecological role as mega-herbivores, shaping vegetation structure across African grasslands and bushveld environments.