The White Rhino Distribution in Kruger National Park
Each small
black dot on the map below represents a single white rhino sighting at that
exact point within the Kruger National Park. It does not take into account how
many white rhinos were seen a that point in time only that a sighting was made
by a ranger on patrol in the game reserve. Refer to the table below and to see
more detail on all
"Big 5" sightings
follow this link. Where there are dense clusters of black rhino sighting dots
suggests this would be a prime area for spotting the white rhino. The
Pretoriuskop area in the south west of the park stands out as prime Rhino
territory. Take note of the occasional sighting in Mozambique ... the
Transfrontier Park has allowed some animals to migrate.
Key to
coloured dots ... Rest Camps, Trails and Camp Areas
Basis:
March 2005 to Feb 2006 Ranger observations using GPS.
Source Kruger National park monthly GIS data published in pdf format on their website. Map created by Tony Roocroft using this data source.
White rhino are grazing animals as distinct from the more ferocious and intimidating black rhino that browses off trees and their leaves. The term white in rhino is a misinterpretation of the Afrikaans word "wyd" referring to wide (as in wide mouth). The white rhino has a broad or wide mouth whilst the black rhino has a pouted mouth used for browsing.
| Species | White Rhino |
|---|---|
| Mar | 741 |
| Apr | 974 |
| May | 1,826 |
| Jun | 1,228 |
| Jul | 1,466 |
| Aug | 1,687 |
| Sep | 3,756 |
| Oct | 2,128 |
| Nov | 2,020 |
| Dec | 1,070 |
| Jan | 572 |
| Feb | 737 |
| Total | 18,205 |