I WONDER - What Is The Difference Between Black And White Rhino?

The video explains that the difference between white and black rhinos is not their color, as both are grey. The name 'white rhino' comes from the Afrikaans word for 'wide', referring to its wide square upper lip. This was misunderstood as 'white', leading to the other species being called 'black rhino' to differentiate them.

What is the primary difference between the white and black rhinos?

• Their habitat

• Their lip shape

• Their size

• Their color

What does the name 'white rhino' actually refer to?

• The color of the rhino

• The length of its horn

• The width of its lip

• The region it inhabits

How did the name 'white rhino' come to be?

• It was named for its color

• It was a mistranslation of a word meaning 'wide'

• It was named after a local tribe

• It was named after a famous explorer

Why was the black rhino given its name?

• To differentiate it from the white rhino

• Because it lives in dark forests

• To describe its color

• Due to its aggressive nature

What was the original meaning of the word that led to the name 'white rhino'?

• Tall

• Wide

• Short

• Narrow