The Javan rhinoceros

The Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) is one of the rarest large mammals on Earth. Once found throughout Southeast Asia, it is now critically endangered and confined to the Ujung Kulon National Park in Java, Indonesia. These rhinoceroses are solitary animals and primarily herbivores, feeding on leaves, shoots, and fruits. The Javan rhinoceros is distinguished by its single horn and thick, gray skin.

What is the main topic of the text?

• Javan Rhino

• Black Rhino

• White Rhino

The Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) is one of the rarest large mammals on Earth. Once found throughout Southeast Asia, it is now critically endangered and confined to the Ujung Kulon National Park in Java, Indonesia. These rhinoceroses are solitary animals and primarily herbivores, feeding on leaves, shoots, and fruits. The Javan rhinoceros is distinguished by its single horn and thick, gray skin.

Where is the Javan rhinoceros primarily found today?

• Ujung Kulon

• Sumatra

• Borneo

The Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) is one of the rarest large mammals on Earth. Once found throughout Southeast Asia, it is now critically endangered and confined to the Ujung Kulon National Park in Java, Indonesia. These rhinoceroses are solitary animals and primarily herbivores, feeding on leaves, shoots, and fruits. The Javan rhinoceros is distinguished by its single horn and thick, gray skin.

What are the physical characteristics of the Javan rhinoceros?

• Two horns and black skin

• One horn and thick gray skin

• Large horn and smooth skin

What does the Javanese rhinoceros eat?

• Meat

• Leaves, shoots, and fruits

• Grass

The Javan rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) is one of the rarest large mammals on Earth. Once found throughout Southeast Asia, it is now critically endangered and confined to the Ujung Kulon National Park in Java, Indonesia. These rhinoceroses are solitary animals and primarily herbivores, feeding on leaves, shoots, and fruits. The Javan rhinoceros is distinguished by its single horn and thick, gray skin.

Why is the Javan rhinoceros considered critically endangered?

• Because its population is very small and confined to one location

• Because it is heavily hunted

• Because its habitat is disappearing

How many Javan rhinos were there in 2010?

• 40

• 35

• 30

What is the population decline from the year 2000 to 2020?

• 10 individuals

• 5 individuals

• 15 individuals

Calculate the percentage decrease in population from the year 2000 to 2020.

• 25%

• 50%

• 10%

If the population continues to decline at the same rate, how many Javan rhinos will be left by 2030?

• 30

• 25

• 20

Year Population

2000 40

2010 35

2020 30

Based on the text and table, what are the possible reasons for the decline in the population of the Javan rhinoceros?