Dicerorhinus sumatrensis
CR Herbivore Rainforests
750–950 kg
Weight
30–45 yrs
Lifespan
40 km/h
Top Speed
Southeast Asia
Found In
The Sumatran Rhino (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis) is one of the world’s most critically endangered herbivore mammals, with an estimated population of < 100 individuals. Found in Southeast Asia, it inhabits rainforests habitats and faces threats from hunting (horn is used in traditional medicine).
Size, Speed & Lifespan
| Metric | Sumatran Rhino | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 850 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 625% |
| Height | 122.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 40 km/h | 40 km/h | — 0% |
| Avg Speed | 40 km/h | — | — |
| Lifespan | 37.5 yrs | 22.5 yrs | ↑ 67% |
Endemic to Southeast Asia
Habitat: Rainforests
Found In: Southeast Asia
Coloration: Reddish-Brown
Behavior
Natural Predators
Social Structure
Recorded as Solitary.
Reproduction & Lifespan
Gestation Period: 430–640 days
Offspring per Birth: 1
Lifespan: 30–45 years
On the Brink of Extinction
CR Listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List — one of 19 species in this database with the same status.
Estimated population: < 100 individuals.
Documented threats:
Weight Rank Among Critically Endangered Species
Ranked #3 of 19 by typical adult weight.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
| 6 | Western Gorilla | 68–182 kg | CR |
Other Rhinocerotidae Species
The Rhinocerotidae family has 4 species in this database. Compare close taxonomic relatives:
| Species | Weight | Diet | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | Herbivore | CR |
| Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | Herbivore | CR |
| White Rhinoceros | 1800–2500 kg | Herbivore | NT |